On Food52, we’ve dedicated a contest and many, many posts to tips on how to let all those Thanksgiving leftovers live their best lives—because eating leftover Thanksgiving turkey for an entire week straight can wear down even the most avid of poultry fans. But we also turned to James Briscione, the former Director of Culinary … Read more
Outside of politics, debating the merits of brining a turkey might be the most controversial topic around your Thanksgiving table. Ive tried both ways in Thanksgivings past: oven-roasted turkey after brining and oven-roasted turkey without brining. I cant point to one years bird being superior to anothers, but thats probably because I do not shy … Read more
Cooking a juicy, flavorful turkey breast seems intimidating, but it’s easier than you think. With some simple preparation and the right roasting technique, you can have tender, delicious turkey breast on your table in no time. In this article, we’ll walk through everything you need to know to cook turkey breast perfectly, including answering the … Read more
Turkey burgers have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional beef burgers. With less fat and calories, turkey offers a healthier take on the classic burger. However, cooking turkey burgers can be trickier than cooking beef. The lean turkey meat tends to dry out more easily. Undercooking poses safety risks while overcooking results in an … Read more
Turkeys are big birds that yield a lot of meat, which is great for celebrations and large crowds. But theres more to a turkey than breast meat, thighs, and drumsticks — some of the most tender, succulent dark meat comes from the turkey neck, which you might be tossing away when preparing the bird to … Read more
Cooking a whole turkey can seem like an intimidating task, but preparing a boneless turkey breast is much simpler. With just a few basic ingredients and some easy cooking techniques, you can have a delicious and moist boneless turkey breast on your dinner table. In this article, I’ll walk you through the simple steps for … Read more
For many people purchasing a turkey, especially around the holidays, one of the common questions is – what is the difference between a hen and a tom turkey? While both hens and toms belong to the same species, there are some key physical and behavioral differences between these two types of turkeys. Size Differences The … Read more
Around the holidays turkey is a staple on most dinner tables. But have you ever wondered if you can share a bite or two of your holiday bird with your pet turtle? As it turns out turkey can be part of a balanced diet for turtles, as long as certain guidelines are followed. In this … Read more
Recovering from drugs or alcohol is a process that takes time, patience and hard work. However, some substance users mistakenly believe that there are ways to cut corners during the recovery process. In an effort to get withdrawal “over with,” many recovering addicts opt to go cold turkey. In reality, though, this decision ends up … Read more
I promise you, cooking a turkey for Thanksgiving is easier than you might think. Let me walk you through it. These step by step instructions for cooking a Thanksgiving turkey will be extra detailed to put any first timers at ease. Here we go. The first step is obvious. Buy a turkey. Buy about 1 … Read more