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December 25, 2025
My weirdest Christmas: the oven was broken, the turkey was raw and all the crisps had been eaten …
It wasn’t until 7pm that anyone noticed the unfolding crisis. As our hunger grew, my Mum came up with an unlikely and audacious plan
TL;DR
- The family's main oven broke on Christmas Day, leaving the turkey uncooked.
- A smaller halogen oven and a single hob ring were used as alternatives.
- The turkey had to be dismembered to fit into the halogen oven.
- Some vegetables had to be boiled on the hob and turned into mash.
- Dinner was eventually served at midnight, with altered textures and temperatures.
- The experience made the narrator appreciate their mother's efforts and take over side dishes annually.
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