The Eastern wild turkey is a beautiful creature, noteworthy for its striking fan and wing feathers. Turkey hunters who successfully bring home a bird might want to save more than just its meat. Turkey feather art can add texture and elegance to any home, plus they are a great talking point to share a passion … Read more
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. For cooks with a brazen sense of adventure, the idea of submerging a whole turkey in a cauldron of bubbling oil is understandably exciting. Deep-frying a Thanksgiving turkey certainly has advantages: The technique produces a juicy, flavorful … Read more
Should I Brine or Inject My Turkey Before Smoking? Smoking a turkey for a holiday meal or gathering is a great way to infuse delicious smoky flavor into the meat. However, smoking alone often leaves the turkey dry and flavorless. This is where brining and injecting come in – two techniques that help ensure your … Read more
If you cook your turkey for too short a time, you’ll end up with an undercooked bird that could make your loved ones sick. If you cook your bird for too long, you’ll recreate the famous dry turkey scene from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. There’s not enough gravy in the world to fix that! Unfortunately, … Read more
This is the best turkey injection recipe when you want to use your grill or smoker to make a whole turkey. By injecting a poultry marinade into your holiday turkey (or any meal!), you will end up with a tender and moist turkey that is full of flavor! This recipe has a hint of sweetness … Read more
Precooked smoked turkey breasts provide a quick and easy way to enjoy delicious and flavorful turkey meat without spending hours preparing and cooking a whole turkey. While precooked smoked turkey breasts are fully cooked and ready to eat as-is, heating them thoroughly prior to serving can take the flavor and texture to the next level. … Read more
Not only is turkey easy to cook on the grill, it’s better-for-you. And with all the entertaining to do this summer, whether that’s with friends or just a normal weeknight meal, we’ll be here to make sure you have the best summer ever. So gather ’round and let the good times grill! Turkey is a … Read more
Have you ever wanted to smoke your own turkey? Smoked food are delicious and much easier to make than you think! Follow this recipe for a juicy smoked turkey, with an amazing flavored brine. This will be the perfect holiday turkey this Thanksgiving dinner or for Christmas. If youre looking for smoked turkey recipe ideas, … Read more
You’ll need a 40- or 60-quart pot with basket, burner and propane gas tank, a candy thermometer to measure oil temperature and a meat thermometer to determine if the turkey is done. For added safety, have a fire extinguisher and potholders nearby. Place fryer on a level dirt or grassy area. Never fry a turkey … Read more
Juicy, full of flavor, and even though its a 20 pounder, its gone the day after the holiday round here! Turkey is the crowning dish on a Thanksgiving table. This recipe is all about having a moist and flavorful turkey thanks to a brine. The turkey sits in the brine for 30 hours and soaks … Read more