It is not lost on me, that with this post I am truly running where angels fear to tread. Frequently, in local homesteading groups on Facebook, Ive seen folks ask for recommendations about whether its better to try keeping geese, or turkeys, to help with predator control for their chicken flock. GO POP THE POPCORN, … Read more
You’ve bought your turkey, prepared the brine, and made a game plan for how it’ll be cooked—baked or roasted, that part is up to you. When all’s said and done, the fundamental basics are (relatively) easy to plan but, there is one detail that is often overlooked: the practice of tucking in the turkey legs. … Read more
Turkey bacon is often praised as healthier than pork bacon. While it does contain less fat and fewer calories, it’s still highly processed. It may also contain ingredients that aren’t ideal for health if eaten in large amounts. Turkeu bacon is made by shaping a seasoned mixture of finely chopped turkey into strips that resemble … Read more
If you’re exploring the world of healthy eating, you might be on the hunt for new and delicious foods to try that are all-natural, nutrient dense, or lower in fat. Whole-cut turkey bacon is a nutritious leaner protein option, and when it’s real-wood smoked, it tastes incredibly similar to pork bacon. But does it cook … Read more
Figuring out where to buy your bird is vitally important when youre planning your Thanksgiving meal. After all, your turkey is the centerpiece of the table and you want a great one — but you also dont want to end up draining your checking account just for a little bit of juicy white and dark … Read more
Thanks to its ease of use and realistic sounds, the pot call, also known as the friction call, is a favorite choice for both beginner and novice turkey hunters. Its ability to recreate a hen’s yelps, cuts, clucks and purrs makes it a must-have piece of equipment for the turkey woods. To maximize the potential … 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
Dedicated turkey shotguns did not become popular until the early 2000s. At the time, turkey populations were booming—there were an estimated 7 million birds inhabiting the U.S. and Canada—which ushered in a new era of optics-ready, short-barreled shotguns that catered to turkey hunters. Truthfully, any shotgun can kill a longbeard. Browning Auto-5s and Winchester Model … Read more
Turkey ribs have become an extremely popular alternative to traditional pork ribs With their tender meat, finger-licking flavor, and lower fat and calories, more people are discovering how tasty turkey ribs can be But where can you find high-quality pre-cooked turkey ribs for sale and delivery near you? This guide will cover the best places … Read more
I wish I could find turkey wings year round – but I can only find them easily during the holiday season. We treat them like gigantic holiday chicken wings. They are so meaty, crispy, and flavorful ! And there is a lot more meat on a turkey wing so it feels a little like cheating. … Read more