The Chronicles Of Grant County
Some families may be enjoying an apple pecan pie on Thanksgiving Day. (The photograph was provided courtesy of Colorado State University Extension, November 26, 2016.)
Themes of Thanksgiving can be found throughout southwest New Mexico. Not just on the holiday, but year-round.
You might think about the flavor of the entrée as you roam Turkey Creek Trail in the Gila National Forest or Turkey Track Drive in Tyrone. And who could forget Turkey Trot Lane in Quemado.
While in Mule Creek, you might be thinking turkey thoughts as you travel along Gobbler Lane.
Potato Patch Canyon, south of Reserve in the Gila National Forest, might remind locals about mashed potatoes which are one of the main side dishes that will be part of many holiday dinners tomorrow.
The same might be true as people traverse Red Onion Road southwest of Deming. Casseroles on some tables may include onions as one of the key ingredients.
Flavoring and seasoning are important elements in some Thanksgiving dishes and beverages. While there are no local roadways with "lemon" in their names, there is Lime Street in Deming. Some may enjoy an adult beverage with a lime (or lemon) wedge.
For those who enjoy stuffing – dressing – Sage Drive in Mimbres may bring thoughts of sage and sausage stuffing.
Desserts are one of the highlights of many Thanksgiving Day meals. Apple Street in Deming and Pecan Drive north of Lordsburg may give people some ideas about pies that they or their families might enjoy tomorrow. Some may even combine apples and pecans into one delicious apple pecan pie.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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