Kemal Atatürk’s Modernization Reforms to Transform Turkey

Mustafa Kemal Atatürk is remembered as the founder of the modern Turkish republic. After leading the Turkish nationalist movement and military to victory against the Allies, Atatürk embarked on an ambitious program of reforms to rapidly modernize Turkey. What steps did Kemal take to bring about the transformation? Overview of Atatürk’s Vision Atatürk sought to … Read more

Is There a Shortage of Turkey This Year?

CBS Essentials is created independently of the CBS News editorial staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. Thanksgiving is just over a week away. Do you have your Thanksgiving turkey yet? The USDA has predicted a turkey shortage for 2022. If … Read more

Can You Brine a Partially Frozen Turkey? Safely Thawing and Flavoring Your Bird

Outside of politics, debating the merits of brining a turkey might be the most controversial topic around your Thanksgiving table. Ive tried both ways in Thanksgivings past: oven-roasted turkey after brining and oven-roasted turkey without brining. I cant point to one years bird being superior to anothers, but thats probably because I do not shy … Read more

How to Perfectly Heat a Precooked Turkey Breast

Yesterday I was at Costco and bought one of their pre-cooked turkey breasts. Its located in the meats/prepared food section. Seen great comments about it over the years here on the Q threads, and have decided to try it. It doesnt have heating instructions on the packaging. How would you heat this up, specifically, what … Read more

Are Turkey Vultures Actually Friendly Birds?

Turkey vultures are commonly perceived as creepy, unfriendly scavengers Their bald heads and featherless necks give them an unmistakable sinister appearance And their dietary habits don’t help their reputation – feasting on rotting carcasses seems decidedly unfriendly. But despite their foreboding looks and gross eating habits, recent research and anecdotes suggest turkey vultures can actually … Read more