The holiday season is fast approaching, and that means it’s time to start planning some festive and educational activities for the classroom What better way to get into the Thanksgiving spirit than by reading Eve Bunting’s delightful story, “A Turkey For Thanksgiving”? This heartwarming tale is a classroom favorite for many teachers, and it lends … Read more
Turkeys, Ducks, and Chickens, Oh MY! Can they all peacefully co-exist? Ive gathered some thoughts on keeping a mixed flock and why raising chickens and ducks together is totally doable. Read on to see what Ive learned over the years. Picture this scenery: Colorful chickens pecking gracefully around, shiny white ducks playing in a water … Read more
As the holidays approach, it’s time to start thinking about the star of your festive dinner table – the turkey! While you can certainly buy an unbrined turkey from your local grocery store, going the brined route offers some distinct advantages when it comes to taste and texture. In this article we’ll look at the … Read more
This homemade turkey rub is the perfect turkey seasoning to give your bird lots of flavor, just mix, rub down the bird inside and out, and get cooking! As Thanksgiving approaches, thoughts turn to the star of the holiday meal – the turkey. A beautifully roasted turkey can be the crowning achievement of your Thanksgiving … Read more
Every year at Thanksgiving, families and friends gather to share personal stories and perhaps reflect on the early history of the United States. But aside from deciding whether to ask for seconds, not much is said about the guest of honor at the holiday table: the turkey. That’s a shame, since that big, tasty bird … Read more
You might think of pastrami as a New York classic, but it originated in Romania where it was made from goose breast, according to Sarah Green of “USA Today.” Pastrami, as most people know it, is made from beef — usually the belly — and is soaked in brine, smoked and steamed to make the … Read more
Infusing flavor directly into the meat is the secret to moist, juicy turkey with tons of spice and flavor. A cajun butter turkey injection before roasting or smoking takes your holiday bird to the next level. The combination of spicy cajun seasoning garlic, lemon and melted butter penetrates deep into the meat for maximum flavor. … Read more
Do you find yourself asking around to find out how much turkey to prepare for your guests? We do too! That’s why we talked with food experts and chefs and built a tool to help plan the right amount of turkey for Thanksgiving dinner. Simply enter the number of adults and children in the form … Read more
The Twisted Tale of the Turducktopus Feast For many families the centerpiece of a holiday meal is a juicy golden roasted turkey. But some adventurous home chefs are bucking tradition with a bizarre culinary creation – the “turducktopus.” This Frankenstein’s monster of a dish features a turkey stuffed with an octopus and other seafood, resulting … Read more
Getting an Early Jump on Thanksgiving: When to Buy a Frozen Turkey The holidays always seem to sneak up on us faster than expected If hosting Thanksgiving dinner is in your plans this year, you may be wondering when you should purchase your frozen turkey to make sure you’re prepared well in advance. While it … Read more