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Turkey is a quintessential part of many holiday meals and family gatherings. However, determining how much turkey to buy can be challenging. When calculating how much turkey breast to purchase per person, there are a few key factors to consider. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through everything you need to know to buy the … Read more

For many people, the Thanksgiving turkey on the table is a nameless bird. But turkey farmers and breeders are keenly aware of the differences between toms (males) and hens (females). From size and plumage to behavior and meat quality the sexes vary in distinct ways. As you shop for your holiday bird or ponder raising … Read more

This smoked turkey recipe is a whole turkey that’s coated in homemade spice rub then slow smoked to tender and juicy perfection. A super easy and impressive holiday main course that won’t take up any oven space! Looking for something a little different than your standard roasted turkey? This smoked turkey is a unique and … Read more

Learn how to prepare perfectly roasted turkey legs the easy way – no flipping or covering with foil required. Simply season turkey legs with a blend of salt, homemade spice mix, and oil, then bake them at 400°F until the skin turns crispy, and the meat cooks to perfection. Turkey legs are a delicious and … Read more

With my cheek firmly placed on the stock, I waited patiently for the tom to turn. When the longbeard pirouetted and faced the decoy, I held the crosshairs steady and gently squeezed the trigger. The bolt was quickly on its way, hitting the vitals of the strutting tom. Soon, I was strapping a tag to … Read more

Oven Roasted Turkey Breast with spices, herbs, garlic and lemon zest! Tender juicy breast meat with crispy flavorful skin, it’s a simple alternative to a full-sized turkey, perfect for smaller families! Here’s a simple recipe for Oven Roasted Turkey Breast seasoned with herbs and spices and roasted over a pan of veggies. A delicious one-pan … Read more

If you celebrate Thanksgiving or Christmas with a roast turkey dinner, you may be familiar with the baster – a supersize kitchen utensil used to moisten meat while it’s cooking. But the baster has long had another association: as a tool for self-insemination. Where did the idea come from and have babies ever actually been … Read more

Our trips to the homestead can be brutal in the late summer months. It never fails that I get eaten up by what I have called chiggers for many years. However the locals, all say the same thing, likely I was bitten by turkey mites. In all the places I have lived, I had never … Read more

Some mushrooms are highly sought-after for their use in cooking. Others get used for their medicinal benefits. Turkey tail mushrooms fall into the second category. They contain a number of beneficial compounds that make them worth consuming. The problem is that you can’t simply eat turkey tail mushrooms like portobellos or oyster mushrooms. Their thick … Read more

Smoking a bone-in turkey breast yields incredibly moist, tender and delicious meat when done properly. But getting the timing right is crucial to preventing the meat from drying out. Follow this guide to learn exactly how long you should be smoking a bone-in turkey breast to get perfect results every time. Overview of Bone-In Turkey … Read more