Is it really Thanksgiving if you don’t wind up with leftovers? For many of us, that too much is just enough, because the actual best parts of the holiday are the meals that follow the original turkey feast. I’ll be honest and admit that I look forward to my Thanksgiving leftovers sandwich more than the … Read more
What is a Male Turkey? A Guide to Male Turkey Terminology. Appearance and Behavior For many of us, the turkey we eat at Thanksgiving dinner comes neatly packaged from the grocery store. But in the wild, male turkeys, called gobblers, are impressive birds with distinct characteristics. Read on to learn all about male turkey terminology, … Read more
Cooking the perfect juicy, tender turkey breast may seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be with the right techniques and timing With a few simple tips, you can have a beautifully cooked turkey breast ready for your holiday meal or weeknight dinner Choosing and Preparing The Turkey Breast When selecting a turkey breast at … Read more
Brining a turkey breast before roasting is a great way to help ensure it turns out juicy flavorful and delicious. But what exactly is brining and is it really necessary? Here’s a complete guide on brining turkey breast and why you should consider adding this simple step when cooking your holiday bird. What is Brining? … Read more
Learn how to carve a turkey for your Christmas dinner guests. There are two methods for carving turkey breast that you can apply to a turkey crown as well. The holidays just wouldn’t be the same without a beautifully roasted turkey as the centerpiece of the table. But carving up that turkey into perfect slices … Read more
Is it really Thanksgiving if you don’t wind up with leftovers? For many of us, that too much is just enough, because the actual best parts of the holiday are the meals that follow the original turkey feast. I’ll be honest and admit that I look forward to my Thanksgiving leftovers sandwich more than the … Read more
Nothing says fair food quite like gobbling down a gigantic, meaty turkey leg. While turkey legs were once reserved for festivals and theme parks, you can now find these fun snacks at restaurants across the country. Read on to discover where to score turkey legs close to home. Purchasing Turkey Legs at the Grocery Store … Read more
These Smothered Turkey Necks are juicy, tender, and seasoned to perfection after being cooked low and slow in a Cajun gravy thatll have you licking the plate. Most people only use turkey necks for soup or gravy for Thanksgiving dinner or discard it entirely. Ive been eating turkey necks since I was knee-high to a … Read more
If your roasted turkey begins by thoroughly rinsing the bird, its time to take a second look. It turns out, giving your turkey a pre-oven bath can do far more harm than good. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), its impossible to remove all the bacteria from a raw turkey by rinsing … Read more
This is the best turkey injection recipe when you want to use your grill or smoker to make a whole turkey. By injecting a poultry marinade into your holiday turkey (or any meal!), you will end up with a tender and moist turkey that is full of flavor! This recipe has a hint of sweetness … Read more