With Thanksgiving approaching, our family will be getting ready to enjoy a truly homegrown feast. Raising turkeys for meat is a rewarding experience and everyone can be involved. Several years ago, our good friends helped us get started with raising turkeys for meat. The girls picked out four little poults (baby turkeys) and brought them … Read more
If you haven’t tried a smoked turkey, you are missing out! Brined, seasoned, and smoked to perfection, this Juicy Spatchcock Smoked Turkey will be your new favorite way to enjoy this large bird. So juicy (both the white and dark meat), flavorful, and perfect to feed a crowd. This Traeger spatchcock turkey will be sure … Read more
Butterball turkeys are a staple for holiday meals and family gatherings With their juicy, tender meat and hassle-free preparation, it’s no wonder they’re so popular But when it comes to choosing the right size Butterball turkey, things can get confusing. This article will break down Butterball turkey sizes so you can easily determine how big … Read more
If its Thanksgiving morning and youre reading this with a frozen turkey on the counter, let me put your fears to rest. I can teach you how to cook a frozen turkey! Ive done it—and its not as hard as it sounds. The first thing you need to accept is cooking a turkey the traditional … Read more
One of the best turkeys I’ve ever had was prepared by my sister. It was Thanksgiving dinner circa 2007, and it was her turn to host that year. I put the dreaded turkey onto my plate, knowing in my heart it was going to be as dry as my uncle’s jokes. I took a bite, … Read more
Turkey tail mushroom is a funky-looking fungus that grows abundantly on dead logs and stumps. With its colorful, concentric bands resembling the tail feathers of a turkey, it’s easy to see how this mushroom got its name. But is this ubiquitous mushroom safe and edible for humans? Let’s take a closer look. Turkey tail mushrooms, … Read more
Many turkey hunters like to keep the feet from their harvested birds as a trophy to remember the hunt. Mounting the turkey’s feet, spurs, and sometimes legs creates a unique decoration for the home or hunting cabin. While taxidermists can professionally mount feet, do-it-yourself options are much more affordable. In this article, we’ll look at … Read more
The gobble is one of the most distinct and recognizable sounds of the spring woods. This unique vocalization is made almost exclusively by male wild turkeys, called toms Below we will explore what a turkey gobble sounds like, what it means, and how to imitate this iconic sound while turkey hunting The Purpose of the … Read more
This oven roasted turkey tenderloin recipe is incredibly juicy and perfect for a smaller crowd. It’s made with a quick turkey brine and a homemade turkey seasoning that infuses the meat flavor. My local Trader Joe’s carries turkey tenderloin year-round, making this recipe a staple at my house (even when it’s not Thanksgiving!). This turkey … Read more
Turkeys must be kept at a safe temperature during “the big thaw.” While frozen, a turkey is safe indefinitely. However, as soon as it begins to thaw, any bacteria that may have been present before freezing can begin to grow again. Immediately after grocery store checkout, take the frozen turkey home and store it in … Read more