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Every year at Thanksgiving, families and friends gather to share personal stories and perhaps reflect on the early history of the United States. But aside from deciding whether to ask for seconds, not much is said about the guest of honor at the holiday table: the turkey. That’s a shame, since that big, tasty bird … Read more

You might think of pastrami as a New York classic, but it originated in Romania where it was made from goose breast, according to Sarah Green of “USA Today.” Pastrami, as most people know it, is made from beef — usually the belly — and is soaked in brine, smoked and steamed to make the … Read more

Infusing flavor directly into the meat is the secret to moist, juicy turkey with tons of spice and flavor. A cajun butter turkey injection before roasting or smoking takes your holiday bird to the next level. The combination of spicy cajun seasoning garlic, lemon and melted butter penetrates deep into the meat for maximum flavor. … Read more

Do you find yourself asking around to find out how much turkey to prepare for your guests? We do too! That’s why we talked with food experts and chefs and built a tool to help plan the right amount of turkey for Thanksgiving dinner. Simply enter the number of adults and children in the form … Read more

The Twisted Tale of the Turducktopus Feast For many families the centerpiece of a holiday meal is a juicy golden roasted turkey. But some adventurous home chefs are bucking tradition with a bizarre culinary creation – the “turducktopus.” This Frankenstein’s monster of a dish features a turkey stuffed with an octopus and other seafood, resulting … Read more

Getting an Early Jump on Thanksgiving: When to Buy a Frozen Turkey The holidays always seem to sneak up on us faster than expected If hosting Thanksgiving dinner is in your plans this year, you may be wondering when you should purchase your frozen turkey to make sure you’re prepared well in advance. While it … Read more

As the leaves turn and November arrives, a new energy buzzes in the brisk autumn air. It’s not just the smell of roast turkey or the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot. For football fans across America, the season ushers in one of our most beloved traditions – the Turkey Bowl. This classic amateur football game … Read more

Turkey and Gaza may seem worlds apart, but their proximity impacts regional politics in important ways. As an inquisitive world citizen, I wanted to understand exactly how far these two places are from each other and what that means geographically. Calculating the Distance The straight-line distance between Istanbul, Turkey and Gaza City, Gaza Strip is … Read more

Gluten-free diets are becoming increasingly popular, not just for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity but also for people looking to eat healthier or avoid certain allergens. With more consumers asking questions about gluten in their food, there has been some confusion around whether popular turkey brands like Honeysuckle White contain gluten or not. … Read more

Thanksgiving is a time for tradition. We eat turkey, we deal with family drama, and we debate friends and family about various controversial Thanksgiving side dishes: Sweet potato casserole or green bean casserole, cornbread dressing or stuffing — these topics have been discussed for years. But now, theres a new side dish in town, and … Read more