Celebrate Earth Day with these tips from Krystal

Happy Earth Day! Today is dedicated to inspiring awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s environment. And to show its support, here are a few tips from Krystal on how you can help do your part for the cause.

• Carpool, ride a bike, run or walk when possible – like when you’re on your way to Krystal!
• Recycle. You can recycle newspapers, plastic, glass bottles and even your Krystal wrapping and boxes.
• Reuse. You can reuse clothing, water bottles, etc. Plastic bags, such as the new Krystal Chik sacks can be used as small trashcan liners or doggie poop bags.
• Bring your own bags to the grocery store or when given the choice between plastic and paper, opt for paper.
• Go to your local library instead of buying new books.
• Go paperless. Consider reading your newspaper and magazine subscriptions online. You can even get Krystal deals/coupons online via Krystal’s Facebook Page and its Krystal Lovers emails. To sign up, visit Krystal.com/register/

Have more tips and suggestions on how to be green and earth-friendly? Share them with us here, on Facebook and Twitter.

Visit Krystal to try all three new Chik flavors today and vote for your favorite in our poll below!

Who doesn’t want options when it comes to food? Spicy or mild, simple or complex – all key elements to consider when ordering the perfect chicken sandwich, which is why Krystal has created its “Pick Your Chik” meal deal featuring three tasty flavor choices for The Krystal Chik.

Available starting today, guests can kick up the flavor of the traditional Krystal Chik with their choice of a sweet BBQ, fiery Buffalo or savory Butter sauce atop the crispy, 100% all-white, whole chicken breast filet served on a steamy, soft bun. Also available are the Chik’s classic toppings including mayonnaise and Dill pickles. The Pick Your Chik meal is made complete with fries and a tasty beverage. Prices vary upon order.

So, don’t delay. Get saucy with Krystal this week, report back by voting on our “Pick Your Chik” Poll below or on the Official Krystal Facebook Page and let us know which Krystal Chik flavor is your favorite!

Terry Rogers is Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame Inductee #80

Early last week Krystal celebrated Franklin, Tenn. native Terry Rogers’ induction into the Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame. Rogers, a diehard fan, values the power of Krystal so much that she uses it as a means to determine who can and can’t join her family. In a recent wall post on the official Krystal Facebook Page, Rogers shared with us her litmus test for picking out suitors for her daughter: “My son-in-laws had to profess their love for Krystals as they professed their love for our daughters before we gave them our blessing.” Now that’s a measure of Krystal loyalty worthy enough for Hall of Fame status.

Also worthy is Inductee #79 from Jackson, Tenn. Tracy Hale who loves Krystal Burgers so much that she made them a part of her wedding. “All the pictures had been taken and it was only a matter of time, but we were starving,” Hale says of her big day. Even as he was about to give her away, Tracy’s dad still knew a thing or two about what was best for his daughter. “So my dad and stepmother went–in his tux and her dress–to the nearest Krystal and bought 100 Krystal hamburgers!” Hale continues, “I’ve got pictures of me eating one in my dress, and I have to say that I wouldn’t have made it through my wedding without Krystal!”

Check out Hale’s Krystal wedding photo below, courtesy of Chris Wood, and help celebrate her “other” big day as she’s inducted into the Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame this evening – Mon., Dec. 21 – at 6 p.m. at the Krystal restaurant located at 1978 N. Highland in Jackson, Tenn. 38301.

Read more about Rogers and Hale by clicking the links below.

• Rogers in the Williamson Herald
• Rogers in the Nashville Tennessean
• Hale in the Jackson Sun

Tracy Hale on her wedding day eating a Krystal Burger

Add a little Krystal to your Turkey Stuffing for a fun, new twist this Thanksgiving.

Want to give mom and grandma a little help in the kitchen this Thanksgiving Day? How about showing up with some Krystal-approved, Krystal-infused turkey dressing recipes.

But before you storm into the kitchen, make sure you’ve got your ducks (or should we say whisks and mixers) in a row. We suggest doing the bulk of your shopping a few days in advance; however, you can wait until the day before to pick up the Krystal Burgers and simply refrigerate until it’s time to cook. We don’t want you running around crazy on Thanksgiving Day – just be sure to find the closest Krystal restaurant to you prior to leaving the house. But after that, consider yourself armed and ready to make the best Stuffing this side of the Mason-Dixon Line.

See below for a quick look at two delectable Krystal Stuffing Recipes. For a printable version of each and for more ideas on how to make the most out of your Thanksgiving holiday, visit Krystal’s Facebook Page. And don’t forget, we’re always interested to see how it turns out, so be sure to share your stories and photos with us on Facebook and Twitter.

KRYSTAL STUFFING (In Turkey)
Prep Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 10 Krystals (no pickle or mustard)
• 1 1/2 cups celery, diced
• 1 1/4 tsp. ground thyme
• 1 1/2 tsp. sage
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 2-3 carrots, boiled, drained and mashed

Directions:

In a large bowl, tear (or cut) the burgers into pieces. Add diced celery, mashed carrots, and seasonings. Toss well. Stuff cavity and neck before roasting. Makes about 9 cups, enough for a 10-12 lb. turkey.

*Submitted by: Janie Kocman

KRYSTAL STUFFING (In Dish)
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 10 Krystals (no pickle or mustard)
• 1 1/4 tsp. ground thyme
• 1 1/2 tsp. ground sage
• 3/4 tsp. ground black pepper
• 3 boiled eggs, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups celery, diced
• 2 Tbsp. margarine/butter
• 1 1/4 cup chicken broth

Directions:

Tear Krystals into pieces and place in a large mixing bowl with spices and eggs and stir. Sauté celery in margarine or butter, over medium-high heat until tender (5-10 min). Add celery mixture to the Krystals and stir. Add broth one 1/4 cup at a time, stirring between each. Add more broth as necessary to get desired consistency. Place in a suitable size baking dish and bake at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes.

*Submitted by Jason Jennette

Visit Krystal's Facebook Page to print Travel Bingo and more for the car!

While traveling this Thanksgiving holiday, how about giving yourself a break in the car by keeping the kids busy with a little help from Krystal. You can enjoy a nice and peaceful ride to grandma’s house with just a few pieces of paper and the click of a button.

Available on Krystal’s Facebook Page, Krystal’s car games include printable Krystal Libs word games, Travel Bingo and Krystal Word Searches. Just grab a few pens and pencils and you’re all set. And of course, snack time is always fun for adults and the kids, so don’t forget to map out all the Krystal locations on the way to and from your destination. It’s also a great excuse to stop and stretch your legs.

For a map and full list of Krystal restaurant locations, visit Krystal.com/storelocator. Safe Travels!

Enjoy the savory petal sauce and crunchy onions atop Krystal's Wild 'N Crispy Big Angus Burger.

Remember the reviews we posted last week about Krystal Fans everywhere loving the new Crispy Onion Krystal? Well the good just got better and BIGGER– starting Nov. 9 (today!), Krystal introduces the Wild ‘N Crispy Big Angus Burger.

Now, in addition to the Big Angus’ premium toppings including diced grape tomatoes, lettuce and melted cheese, the Wild ‘N Crispy will also layer the thick and juicy, 100% Angus chuck patty with crispy, thinly sliced golden-brown onions and savory petal sauce, all nestled inside a toasted, buttery bun.

It’s almost too much for your taste buds to handle. But go ahead and see if you’re up to the challenge. After all, for a limited time you can still get both the Crispy Onion Krystal and the Wild ‘N Crispy Big Angus. Now that’s a lot of crunch.

Submit your reviews via Krystal’s Facebook Page, on Twitter @krystalist or to Krystalist.com by emailing info@krystalist.com, and we’ll feature them here!

Win $50 of cold hard Krystal cash by participating in a little Halloween fun!

The countdown to Halloween continues, and with the clock ticking that means there are only three days left to send in your Krystal Pumpkin Carvings and Halloween Recipes to win a $50 Krystal Gift Card.

If you need a little help with creativity, check out FamousKrystal.com/Krystal-Treat/ where Krystal has featured two fun Krystal Halloween recipes to help make your party one to remember. The site also showcases a number of pumpkin-carving templates, which you can print out and use at home. All you have to do is follow suit by submitting your own pumpkin photos and unique Krystal Halloween recipes in order to win some Krystal Cash just in time for the holidays.

Here’s how it works:

• Facebook: If not already, become a Krystal Facebook Fan by clicking here.
  • Post photos of your Krystal Pumpkin Carvings directly to Krystal’s Facebook wall or
  • Post your original Krystal Halloween recipes directly to Krystal’s Facebook wall
• Twitter: If not already, follow Krystal on Twitter by clicking @krystalist
  • Do Twitter update to @krystalist with link to photo of Krystal Pumpkin Carving or
  • Send tweet or Direct Message to @krystalist noting that you have a Krystal recipe to share
• Email: Send Krystal Pumpkin Carving Photos and Recipes to info@krystalist.com

Krystal will accept submissions until midnight of Halloween night, but only one winner will be chosen overall. So, come on! Get the kids together for a night of Krystal cooking and carving excitement. Who knows – you might win a little Krystal cash for just enjoying an evening of fun with the fam!

You must click to find out what treats hide behind Krystal's glowing pumpkin

This Halloween Krystal is making it easy for you to “Eat, Drink and Be Scary” with just a few clicks of your mouse. That’s right – forget the old “Trick or Treat” because Krystal is asking you to “Click for Treat” on its Official Krystal Lovers Facebook Page.

To see what’s hiding behind the glowing Krystal pumpkin on Krystal’s Facebook Page, simply become a fan and click the image. If you are already a fan, just click here. You will immediately be taken to Famouskrystal.com/Krystal-Treat/ where you will uncover the treat that lurks beneath. But don’t think you’re getting any hints here. We’re not giving away the surprise. There could be ghosts or goblins waiting to frighten you or maybe just a little something to make your Halloween that much more fun. You’ll just have to click to find out.

And that’s not all. Krystal will feature more Halloween activities later this week that will be sure to satisfy your creative side. Check back here and follow along on Twitter @krystalist for more details soon.

Say what you will about the new Facebook design, there’s no denying it has enhanced the daily conversation between Krystal and its fans. With the ability for people to comment directly to status updates just as they can on their own personal pages or click the always fun “like” button, we’re getting great feedback, stories and suggestions from Krystal fans from all over the world, even as far as Iraq. If you’re not already a fan, we encourage you to stop on by the Krystal Facebook page and join the dialogue today.

Read below for a taste of a few fun and interesting tidbits you can expect to see…

Bill Gabbard posted a great picture of the Krystal located inside the Hartsfield-Atlanta International Airport – the closest location he can find to Annapolis, MD without driving to South Carolina or Virginia. Gabbard’s tip of the day: To make eating on a flight easier, double wrap your steamers in plastic. Everyone on your plane ride will thank you for it.

Krystal fans everywhere are also becoming fans of Chris Swan, who is craving Krystals like crazy while serving in Iraq. Have any tips on how to send food to soldiers in Iraq?

Dewey Moore captured a photo of “Bigfoot” trekking across the grounds at the Krystal Square Off last year. Ever spotted Bigfoot yourself?

We could go on and on, but why do that when you can check it out yourself on Krystal’s Facebook Page. You’ll be chatting with other fellow Krystal Lovers in no time.