Starting Nov. 1,
consumers will once again have the hotline available to guide their
meal-prep efforts this Thanksgiving
WILLMAR,
Minn., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The
makers of the Jennie-O® turkey brand, a category
leader and one of the top turkey brands in the United States, announced today that the
Jennie-O 1-800-TURKEYS hotline will be available beginning
Nov. 1.
From when to thaw your turkey and how to prevent an overcooked
bird, to stretching portions when unexpected guests show up at your
holiday gathering, 1-800-TURKEYS has the answers to these questions
and more. The 1-800-TURKEYS hotline, now in its 16th year, will be
available daily from Nov. 1 through Nov.
26, the Sunday after Thanksgiving. Home cooks can reach
Jennie-O turkey experts in numerous ways, including:
- Phone: Call 1-800-TURKEYS or text "TURKEY" to 73876. Consumer engagement experts
will happily answer your questions and assist you in the
kitchen.
- Live Chat: Chat live with consumer engagement experts at
jennieo.com/contactus for all of your holiday needs.
- Website: Visit www.jennieo.com/how-tos/ for
recommendations on thaw time, how much turkey you will need, how to
prep your bird and much more.
- Social Media: Visit the brand's Instagram, Facebook, X,
YouTube, TikTok and Pinterest channels for menu inspiration and
tips.
"While Thanksgiving is one of America's favorite holidays, we
know it can be stressful and challenging for the host," said
Kim Anderson,
Jennie-O® senior brand manager. "That's
where Jennie-O® comes in, specifically with our
1-800-TURKEYS hotline. Be it our call center or texting option to
live chats with experts or via our website,
Jennie-O® is here to help both new and seasoned
cooks. For more than 15 years, we've helped countless people answer
their turkey preparation questions, solve prep issues and fiascos
so that families and friends can enjoy a perfectly cooked and
perfectly delicious, Jennie-O® turkey on
Thanksgiving."
This Thanksgiving is an especially monumental and historic one
for Jennie-O® as the brand is honored to be a
part of high-profile events including, but not limited to:
- The National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation: Two
Jennie-O® turkeys will be flown to Washington, D.C., this Thanksgiving to be
pardoned by the President of the United
States.
- The 97th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day
Parade: The Jennie-O® brand team will also
take part in the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade for the
fourth year in a row with its beloved turkey float.
- More to come – Watch for more exciting news to come from
the Jennie-O® turkey brand.
For more ideas on how to make your Thanksgiving dinner the best
yet, as well as Jennie-O® turkey product
information, recipes and where to buy, visit jennieo.com.
About the Jennie-O® Brand
For over
80 years, the Jennie-O® brand has been
helping consumers live well by eating well. As the category
leader, Jennie-O® turkey is the trusted
brand for quality turkey and a source of expertise. We provide a
full portfolio of delicious, nutritious turkey proteins and
inspiration for everyday meals or special occasions. Known for our
bright green awning evoking the nostalgia of a local farmer stand,
our round logo with a touch of yellow and our distinct name from
our founders' daughter Jennifer,
the Jennie-O® turkey brand has the
right amount of small-town friendliness paired with leading company
expertise and quality. For more information,
visit jennieo.com.
About Hormel Foods — Inspired People. Inspired
Food.™ Hormel Foods Corporation, based in
Austin, Minn., is a global branded
food company with over $12 billion in
annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands
include Planters®, Skippy®,
SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®,
Applegate®, Justin's®, Wholly®,
Hormel® Black Label®,
Columbus®, Jennie-O® and more than
30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500
Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named on the
"Global 2000 World's Best Employers" list by Forbes magazine for three years, is one of
Fortune magazine's most admired companies, has appeared on the "100
Best Corporate Citizens" list by 3BL Media 13 times, and has
received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate
responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by
its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired
Food.™ — to bring some of the world's most trusted
and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information,
visit hormelfoods.com.
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