This Thanksgiving, I’m sharing my favorite go-to turkey recipe, Smoked Turkey Legs. Instead of frying a whole bird in my own backyard, this easy giant turkey leg recipe comes together in my smoker. A sweet and salty overnight brine ensures the giant turkey legs stay moist and delicious throughout the cooking process. The best part … Read more
JENNIE-O All Natural (minimally processed, no artificial ingredients ) Raw Ground Turkey 85% Lean and 15% Fat. As the holidays approach, you may be on the hunt for a delicious Jennie-O turkey to serve as the centerpiece of your festive meal. Jennie-O is one of the most popular and trusted turkey brands, known for their … Read more
The #4 Turkey Tom is one of the most recognizable and beloved sandwiches at Jimmy John’s. This classic sub features slices of turkey breast, crispy lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and zesty mayonnaise sandwiched between two slices of French bread. It’s a simple combination that hits the spot when you’re craving a flavorful and filling sandwich. … Read more
Move over pork ribs, there’s a new star player in town – turkey ribs! These tasty white meat ribs are rising in popularity for their delicious flavor and versatility. But with this relatively new cut just hitting the scene, where can you buy turkey ribs locally? This guide will highlight some top places to get … Read more
Turkey Brine is where the juiciest, most moist turkey of your life begins. This post covers how to wet brine a turkey and includes my favorite easy turkey brine recipe. Brining is THE most important step to cooking a moist roast turkey (other than not overcooking the meat). Brining is the process of allowing meat … 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
As a turkey hunter, learning how to properly field dress your harvested bird is an essential skill. Proper field dressing ensures you safely maximize the amount of quality meat, while also preserving the feathers and other parts if desired. Follow this complete guide to efficiently field dress your next wild turkey. Why Field Dress Turkeys? … Read more
Who remembers the Bumpus hounds from “A Christmas Story”? Pretty funny when they break in the house and steal the Thanksgiving turkey, right? Well, as long as it isn’t your turkey. Actually, it really isn’t funny for those dogs at all. You should never let your dog eat turkey bones or other leftovers. This Thanksgiving, … Read more
There are a lot of opinions out in the world about how best to prep a turkey for Thanksgiving. Should you make a dry-brine turkey? Wet-brine? Skip brining altogether? We’ll just cut right to the chase: The official Epi opinion is that dry-brining is the only brine method you should consider when prepping a holiday … Read more
Every item on this page was chosen by a The Pioneer Woman editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Theres a good reason why Thanksgiving is also called Turkey Day—its because everyone wants to eat the turkey! But how much turkey do you need to feed everyone around … Read more