Robby Although microwaving a turkey isnt the ideal way to cook poultry, the USDA approves of the cooking method. It cooks quickly and is extremely easy. Disasters happen, ovens break and some people dont have the luxury of owning an oven (college students, were looking at you,) so in a pinch, a microwave can actually save … Read more
Ice cream is one of life’s simple pleasures A creamy, cold scoop of your favorite flavor is the perfect treat on a hot summer day or after a hearty meal But with most ice creams packing in 200+ calories per serving, it can be tough to indulge your sweet tooth without going overboard on calories. … Read more
This easy Smoked Turkey Chowder is a delicious way to use up Thanksgiving leftover turkey. Made in a single pot, it’s lightly creamy with a warm, smoky flavor, and loaded with tender sweet potatoes! With the holidays coming up many of us will be lucky enough to have a smoked turkey on our dinner table. … Read more
Turkey gizzards are an underrated and often overlooked part of the bird that can make for a delicious and nutritious meal when prepared properly. If you’ve ever wondered how to make tasty and tender turkey gizzards, you’ve come to the right place! In this comprehensive guide we’ll walk through everything you need to know to … Read more
As the weather starts to cool down and fall approaches, my thoughts drift towards hearty, comforting meals. And what’s more comforting than a gigantic, tender turkey leg? These flavorful legs are a staple at festivals and theme parks, but did you know you can also find turkey legs close to home? I’ve done some digging … Read more
You’ve heard how quick and easy it is to roast turkey pieces instead of a whole turkey, and the turkey is juicier too. Now learn how to do it! Eating the big Thanksgiving turkey each year is something to look forward to. But the process of thawing, brining, and cooking that whole turkey might be … Read more
Overcooked turkey is a common Thanksgiving pitfall, but undercooked turkey may be an even bigger horror show. Luckily, you can fix it fairly quickly. Cooking up a delicious turkey dinner requires starting with high-quality, fresh raw turkey. But if you’ve never purchased an uncooked whole turkey before, you may wonder – what should raw turkey … Read more
Cooking turkey can seem intimidating. A whole turkey takes hours to roast and yields far more meat than most families can eat in one sitting However, cooking just the turkey breast is a great solution for serving a manageable quantity of delicious turkey any time of year. Using an air fryer makes cooking turkey breast … Read more
Brining a turkey can help to ensure tender, juicy meat that is full of flavor. But have you ever wondered what is better – unbrined, dry brined, or salt water brined turkey? We did a side-by-side comparison. Read on for the results. For years, I used a salt water brine to prepare my turkey for … Read more
As proud pitmasters, we can’t sit idly by while the turkey gets dried out and ruined in the oven. Not when we have a perfectly good smoker sitting right outside. By following these tips for smoking a whole turkey, your guests will be begging you for your secret recipe (and if you want a detailed … Read more