We are coming up to it! We are mere days away from one of the biggest cooking, roasting, baking, simmering, whipping and eating extravaganzas we Americans celebrate each year. Most of us have at least figured out what we will be making, and most have gotten their shopping lists done, if not all the grocery … Read more
Learn how to confidently manage hatching your own turkey eggs at home, and achieve high success rates even from your very first hatch. This article will walk you through every step, from egg to adorable poult. A couple of years ago, while saving turkey eggs to hatch for the first time, I happened to run … Read more
Do not throw away those turkey carcasses folks! One of life’s great pleasures is a bowl of soul satisfying turkey soup. Honestly for me there is something magic about sitting down and enjoying a hot bowl of homemade turkey soup. I don’t know if its instinctual, but there is something deeply satisfying about a hot … Read more
I tested 4 ways to cook store bought smoked turkey legs and the results were surprising! With the holidays approaching, turkey legs are in high demand and quite popular. But what is the best way to prep and cook them? Starting from scratch can be a mess and time consuming so I tested 4 ways … 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
Smoked turkey is a delicious way to enjoy turkey with a smoky savory flavor. However like any meat, smoked turkey has a limited shelf life. So how long does smoked turkey last in the fridge after smoking it? Generally, smoked turkey will last 3-4 days in the refrigerator if stored properly. To get the maximum … Read more
Determining the weight of your holiday turkey is a crucial step for cooking it to perfection The size of the bird impacts everything from roasting times to how many guests it will serve, Follow this handy guide to learn foolproof methods for weighing your turkey at home Why Knowing the Weight Matters Measuring your uncooked … Read more
Every year, for the past 16 years, we’ve deep-fried a turkey for Thanksgiving. It took a near-accident around year 2 for us to realize that there must be a better way than to dangerously heat up 6 gallons of cooking oil on my front porch! Cooking a whole turkey can seem like an intimidating task … Read more
Smoked turkey tails are so indulgent they’re like the pork belly of the bird. Here’s everything you know about how to smoke them. Turkey tails are an underrated and often discarded part of the bird that actually offers a unique culinary experience. With their rich, meaty flavor and versatility, turkey tails deserve a place in … Read more
Butterball turkey breast roasts are a convenient and delicious alternative to cooking a whole turkey Follow this simple guide for oven-roasted perfection Choosing Your Roast Butterball offers bone-in and boneless turkey breast roasts ranging from 2,5 to 9 lbs Choose a size appropriate for your gathering – estimate 1 lb per person Inspect packaging for … Read more