Cooking the perfect Thanksgiving turkey can be intimidating. Many home cooks worry about ending up with an undercooked or dried out bird. Using an oven bag is a foolproof way to get a juicy, tender turkey with minimal effort. But does using an oven bag really cook the turkey faster? Let’s take a closer look. … Read more
Most Americans who celebrate Thanksgiving—about 9 in 10, according to a 2021 poll—eat turkey with their holiday meal, perhaps alongside other favorite dishes such as mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and pumpkin pie. But if you’ve ever wondered why so many of us eat turkey on Thanksgiving, the answer is a bit more complicated than … Read more
Time’s getting away from me! We spent all last week on pies, and it occurred to me this morning that I needed to run through what happens after brining the turkey. In years past, I’ve experienced a little trial-and-error with brining. While it unquestionably injects a lot of flavor in the turkey and helps it … Read more
Turkey tenderloins are a delicious and versatile cut of meat that comes from the breast of the turkey. Though they may not be as widely known or used as cuts like turkey breasts or thighs, tenderloins have a lot to offer in terms of flavor, ease of cooking, and nutrition. Keep reading to learn all … Read more
Despite arguably being one of the most popular items on the Thanksgiving table, turkey has still managed to become the most stressful—and even feared—dish you’ll prepare over the entire holiday season. After all, the turkey is a big, sensitive bird prone to either undercooking or overcooking, resulting in something either downright dangerous or completely dried … Read more
Just when I get my holiday meal prep running like a well-oiled machine, I decide to mix it up. After all, what fun would it be to have everything run smoothly before Thanksgiving? Well, I’m happy to report that if you decide to roast your turkey in parts, instead of whole, this year it won’t … Read more
Getting the giblets out of a frozen turkey can be tricky, but with a few simple steps, you can easily remove them before cooking your bird. Wait for the Turkey to Defrost It’s difficult to remove a giblet package from a fully frozen turkey. The giblets are often wrapped in paper and stuffed inside the … Read more
One of the finer aspects of hunting is the opportunity to enjoy the hunt long after you’ve left the woods. The memories you make, and the meat you haul out of the woods, ensure there’s more to the hunt in the days to come. That’s why if you’ve found success in the turkey woods this … Read more
As Thanksgiving approaches, turkey takes center stage. Aside from choosing the bird itself, one key question arises for many home cooks – should you rinse the turkey before roasting? It’s a common step some swear by for a more flavorful or cleaner finished product. However, food safety experts overwhelmingly advise against washing raw poultry. Here’s … Read more
We are always in charge of the turkey for Thanksgiving Day and I swear it’s because no matter how we cook our turkey, we coat it in a thick layer of this homemade turkey seasoning. Our favorite thing to do is to make homemade turkey gravy out of the drippings because the spices create the … Read more