Mhays wrote:I set aside the crock-pot on Thanksgiving day especially for this use; carcass and water go in, it goes on Low, I don't think about it until I am ready...often the next morning.

Your crockpot idea is great. Every year I save the caracass with the intent of making stock; every year I throw it away because I don't want to mess with it. As I'm carving the bird I'll put the bones straight into the crockpot and park it in the garage to work its magic. Thanks!