what is a turkey mite

Our trips to the homestead can be brutal in the late summer months. It never fails that I get eaten up by what I have called chiggers for many years. However the locals, all say the same thing, likely I was bitten by turkey mites. In all the places I have lived, I had never … Read more

Where Do Turkey Ribs Come From?

Turkey ribs have become a popular alternative to traditional pork ribs for grilling and barbecuing. But this meat cut leaves many wondering – where exactly do turkey ribs come from? Unlike pork spare ribs or beef ribs, turkey ribs are not from the rib section. The name is misleading, as turkey ribs actually come from … Read more

How Long to Cook a Turkey at 200 Degrees

Cooking a turkey can be a daunting task, especially if you’re tackling the bird for the first time on Thanksgiving With all the sides to prepare and guests to attend to, you want to make sure you allow enough time to properly cook the turkey without drying it out Many people have questions about cooking … Read more

How to Cook a Perfect Split Turkey Breast

Cooking a split turkey breast can be an excellent alternative to roasting a whole bird for smaller holiday gatherings. A boneless, skin-on half breast is easy to find at most grocery stores, cooks quickly, and provides moist, flavorful white meat without having to maneuver a 15-pound bird in and out of the oven. With just … Read more

What is a Turkey Wattle?

Turkey wattle is kind of fun to say. On turkeys, it’s even kind of fun to watch them wobble back and forth. On humans, however, a turkey wattle is not really that fun at all. Turkey wattle is the colloquial term for loose, sagging skin underneath the chin. Unlike a double chin, which produces a … Read more