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Each Thanksgiving, I sit down with a set of gleaming, smoked turkey legs that could make a vegetarian cringe. Last year, I discovered that reheating these babies is an art in itself. See, my very first attempt to revive smoked turkey legs ended up being much more of a medieval weapon than a feast. So, … Read more

Deep frying adds a unique flavor and texture to food that is impossible to replicate with other cooking methods. This is a core reason that restaurant food is so appealing. You can achieve similar results at home with an electric or stovetop deep fryer, but its important to clean the deep fryer regularly to prevent … Read more

Turkey with carrots, celery and onions is a beloved classic recipe that has graced holiday tables for generations. This simple yet hearty dish combines tender roasted turkey with aromatic vegetables for a foolproof crowd-pleaser. In this article, we’ll walk through how to make this timeless recipe easily and deliciously. Whether it’s your first time cooking … Read more

Frying a turkey for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner might sound intimidating, but with Alton Brown’s proven method, you’ll get a perfectly cooked bird with crispy skin and moist, flavorful meat every time. Once you try deep-fried turkey Alton Brown style, you may never want to roast a turkey in the oven again! Why Frying Makes … Read more

Few things say summer like a juicy steak or a burger hot off the grill. But does indulging in red meat, especially grilled or smoked meats, come with an increased risk of developing cancer? “Higher levels of consumption of red meat has been linked to several chronic diseases. And there is convincing evidence of an … Read more

As summer winds down and fall approaches, it’s time for one of my favorite seasonal activities – going to the fair! I absolutely love wandering around the fairgrounds, taking in all the sights, sounds and smells. And one of the best parts is getting to indulge in classic fair food like hot-out-of-the-fryer funnel cakes, giant … Read more

Every time I make these ground turkey meatballs on the FlavCity Instagram stories, you guys ask me for the recipe. So this blog post is long overdue, but it will be worth the wait. Ground turkey thigh meat seasoned perfectly, pan seared, and then finished in a zesty marinara sauce to finish cooking. You could … Read more

Smoked turkey is a delicious and flavorful meat that is commonly enjoyed around the holidays. But sometimes you may want to reheat leftover smoked turkey or prepare it in a way that enhances the smoky flavor even further. This leads many home cooks to wonder – can you boil smoked turkey? The short answer is … Read more

Like turkey, but not the effort it takes to cook? A smoked turkey from Gartner’s Meats is the perfect solution. Our Smoked Turkeys are fully cooked, and here are tips for reheating them. To Reheat: We recommend using a rack in your roasting pan. Add a little water to the bottom of the pan and … Read more

Use your crockpot to make browned ground beef in large quantities. Then freeze it in meal-sized containers for use in future dishes. Little clean-up, and a lot of time saved! Yes! You can brown ground beef in a slow cooker! Many amazing slow cooker recipes call for the ground beef to be cooked in advance. … Read more