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Smoking a turkey breast is a great way to infuse flavor and retain moisture, but should you brine it first? As an avid smoker and griller, I get asked this question a lot around the holidays. The short answer is yes, you should brine a turkey breast before smoking it. In this article, I’ll explain … Read more

As Thanksgiving approaches many home cooks start wondering – how big are turkey breasts? Knowing the right turkey breast size ensures you buy the correct amount to feed all of your guests without tons of leftovers. When determining turkey breast size there are a few key factors to consider Bone-In vs Boneless Turkey Breasts Turkey … Read more

As Thanksgiving approaches many people look forward to cooking a juicy turkey in an outdoor turkey fryer. But before purchasing a turkey fryer it’s important to understand how many gallons the pot holds. The size of the pot determines what size turkey you can cook. Let’s take a look at common turkey fryer pot sizes … Read more

Buying turkey for Thanksgiving dinner is a big choice. Do you want a heritage bird or a classic grocery store bird-in-a-bag? Fresh or frozen? Whole or parts? And, arguably the most important consideration of all: Just how much turkey per person do you need? To calculate how big your Thanksgiving turkey should be, you’ve got … Read more

Are you ready for the BEST way to cook your turkey evenly and in less time? A spatchcock turkey is the answer! More commonly known as butterflying, spatchcocking is a quicker route to a beautiful, delicious turkey for the holidays – or really any time of year. Perfect for roasting, grilling or smoking, a spatchcock … Read more

The term “Turkey Shoot” might conjure up visions of hunters roaming the woods hunting for these wily birds. Then you see a sign promoting a Turkey Shoot being held every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the next several weeks. You might wonder: How many turkeys can possibly be up in those woods? … Read more

Not just a festive centrepiece, turkey provides a valuable source of protein, B vitamins and minerals. Registered nutritionist, Kerry Torrens, discusses the health benefits of this low-fat meat. The classic centrepiece to your Christmas or Thanksgiving table, turkey is a poultry meat with useful health credentials making it a worthy inclusion, whatever the time of … Read more

Oilless turkey fryers have become increasingly popular as a safer and healthier way to make juicy, crispy turkeys without dealing with gallons of hot oil. But how long does it actually take to cook a turkey in one of these contraptions? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover oilless fryer cooking times, tips, recipes, and frequently … Read more

I tested 4 ways to cook store bought smoked turkey legs and the results were surprising! With the holidays approaching, turkey legs are in high demand and quite popular. But what is the best way to prep and cook them? Starting from scratch can be a mess and time consuming so I tested 4 ways … Read more

You spent all day roasting your turkey. Now, you’ve carved into it, and the meat is pink. Does it need to go back in the oven? Is it safe to serve to your guests? Did you mess up somewhere along the way? The good news is that pink turkey meat isn’t necessarily a sign that … Read more