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Sherrie Rosenblatt, National Turkey Federation
202-898-0100 ext. 227, srosenblatt@turkeyfed.org
or Maryanne Keeney, Devine & Pearson
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NATIONAL TURKEY FEDERATION ANNOUNCES TOP 2004 VIEWED RECIPES
Foodservice Professionals visit EatTurkey.com for Successful Menu Ideas

WASHINGTON, DC. - December 28, 2004 - Craving a wholesome bowl of creamy turkey soup? Or desire savory smoked turkey picadillo tostadas? The National Turkey Federation (NTF) announced the most popular recipes viewed by foodservice professionals at EatTurkey.com that range from appetizers to entrees.

"Chefs to foodservice operators are putting new twists on their menus that entertain and please the palate," said Sherrie Rosenblatt, the federation's senior director of marketing and communications. "With consumers looking for healthier meals, EatTurkey.com is an immense recipe resource containing more than 1,500 ideas, plus valuable nutritional information."

The top recipes that cumulatively received the most visits between January and December are:

• Creamy Turkey Soup
• Deep-Fried Turkeys with Cajun Spices
• Popeye's Cajun Fried Turkey
• Turkey Vegetable Soup
• Bourbon Smoked Turkey Wrap
• Smoked Turkey Picadillo Tostadas
• Bacon Wrapped Turkey Tenderloins with Port Sauce
• Smoked Turkey Chowder with Southwest Vegetables

"Finding successful dishes can be less laborious by visiting EatTurkey.com. Here, it's easy to come up with new and different concepts that differ from the norm," said Rosenblatt. "Add a twist to a favorite chicken or beef dish by using turkey. With more protein and less saturated fat than other proteins, a turkey dish is a win-win for you and your guests." To view these and other recipes log onto www.EatTurkey.com.

The National Turkey Federation (NTF) is the national advocate for all segments of the turkey industry, providing services and conducting activities that increase demand for its members' products by protecting and enhancing their ability to profitably provide wholesome, high-quality, nutritious products. Its award-winning web site, www.eatturkey.com, offers consumers, food professionals and the media an extensive library of information including healthy eating and restaurant trends, turkey cuts and purchasing tips, turkey nutrition and cooking techniques, and turkey facts and trivia. Additionally, the site presents a searchable database of more than 1,500 recipes, offers a recipe E-mail program and provides special seasonal and holiday ideas. The National Turkey Federation is headquartered in Washington, D.C.