Robby As Thanksgiving approaches, people across America prepare for the big feast. But in El Paso, Texas locals know the holiday really kicks off with an iconic tradition – the annual YMCA Turkey Trot. This beloved 5k run/walk draws thousands of participants each year for some healthy exercise before indulging in all the delicious Thanksgiving calories. … Read more
Most of us end up with leftovers after our Christmas, Thanksgiving or Easter feast – thats part of the fun of the holidays. I am asked all the time what is okay for chickens to have and whats not. Of course, any of these foods should be treated as “treats” and fed only in limited … Read more
Turkey is a popular source of meat in the United States. In 2019 alone, people in the U.S. ate 5.3 billion pounds of turkey. That works out to about 16.1 pounds per person. Itâs also twice as much as people ate just 50 years ago. Since then, scientists have learned a lot about the many … Read more
Tired of the classic beef London Broil and looking for using Turkey meat instead? Look no further! Here is a Turkey London Broil that will result in tender and juicy meat that you can cut in thin slices with a powerful taste and rich in flavors. Its not always easy to know how to cook … Read more
Smoked turkey is a delicious, juicy way to enjoy turkey that takes your Thanksgiving or holiday meal to the next level. Getting perfect results when smoking turkey requires some technique. The good news is smoking turkey on a Weber Smokey Mountain (WSM) smoker is easier than you may think! In this article, I’ll share my … Read more
Slow cooker turkey legs is a simple recipe that produces seasoned, tender turkey leg meat. Slow cooking turkey legs in a crockpot allows them to cook low & slow, which can help break down tough connective tissues and result in super juicy meat. Instructions to make these turkey legs in the Instant Pot are also … Read more
The holidays are a time for gathering with family and friends over delicious feasts The centerpieces of many holiday meals are often turkey and ham But how much of each should you plan for each person attending your holiday feast? This can be a tricky question to answer when cooking for a crowd. Follow this … Read more
For many home cooks, dealing with the entire turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner can be daunting. Once the breast meat, legs and wings are gone, you’re often left with a pile of bony backs. But don’t toss those turkey backs just yet! They contain a treasure trove of flavor waiting to be unlocked. In … Read more
The keel bone is an important yet often overlooked part of a turkey’s anatomy. This slender, spear-shaped bone runs down the center of a turkey’s breastbone, providing structure and support. While easy to spot on a whole turkey, locating the keel bone on breast meat and other turkey parts takes some knowledge and skill. What … Read more
Mayonnaise is a very polarizing food ― you either love it or you hate it. Some people happily slather it on their sandwiches while others are so repulsed by it they went as far as to create a Facebook group called “I hate Mayonnaise.” And this isn’t just about sandwiches. Many cooks swap out the … Read more