How to Make Paper Cutlet Frills for Turkey Legs

For a nice attractive finish to turkey legs, especially at Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Learn How to Make Paper Cutlet Frills.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer paper
• Scissors
• Glue

1. 
    
   Cut in half.

   Cut a piece of computer paper in half with a pair of sharp scissors.
   Make several pieces if using for a rack of lamb or a crown roast.

2. 
    
   Fold in half.

   Fold each piece of the paper in half lengthwise.

3. 
    
   Keep the cuts equal.

   Make a guide line by folding the paper one inch up from the open side.
   Cut equal spaced strips from the folded side down to the guide line.
   leave at least 3/4 inch at each end for fastening together later.

4. 
    
   Hold tight.

   Open the frilled paper and fold back in the opposite direction, this will give more fullness to the frills.
   Roll the frill around a finger until fully rolled.
   Use a wooden dowel if it makes it easier.
   Glue, staple or use tape to secure the ends.

5. 
    
   Frilled.

   Open and fold back slightly each frill.
   Place each paper cutlet frill on a turkey leg.

Tips & Warnings

• Can also be used for lamb and pork cutlets.
• Two pieces can be cut together at step 3. Put one on top of the other.

[foxybj]

on 11/2/2009 Just what I was looking for, thanks