Dutch oven turkey: This is the easiest, quickest way of roasting a whole turkey. Incredibly moist and flavorful meat, crispy skin, everything you could wish for in a turkey. Cooking turkey in a Dutch oven is truly the quickest, most delicious way I found when it comes to cooking a whole turkey. Roasting it in … Read more
Why would someone debone a turkey? The answer is “it’s all Julia’s fault”! Years and years ago on the farm in South Dakota I watched Julia Child debone a duck on one of her PBS shows. And her reasons for doing so seemed so sensible to me I was immediately convinced. However, right at that … Read more
Grilling turkey wings on a charcoal grill can lead to incredibly moist tender and flavorful results when done right. However, getting the timing just right is crucial. Undercook them and you’ll end up with dangerously undercooked meat. Overcook them and the wings will dry out and become tough. So how long should you grill those … Read more
As Thanksgiving approaches, home cooks everywhere ponder the age-old question – to brine or to inject the turkey? Achieving a moist, juicy bird with crispy skin can be a challenge. Both brining and injecting are popular preparation methods that help keep turkey meat tender and flavorful. But which technique is superior? Let’s take a detailed … Read more
A wing bone turkey call, also known as a turkey wingbone yelper, is a popular tool used by turkey hunters to mimic hen turkey sounds and attract in tom turkeys during the hunting season. Learning how to use a wing bone call properly takes practice, but with technique you can become skilled at creating realistic … Read more
This Spatchcock Smoked Turkey is sure to be the crowning glory of your Thanksgiving dinner. Spatchcocked for more even cooking, and smoked for incredible flavor, you’ve never had a bird quite as good as this! When preparing to cook an entire turkey, it can be daunting to plan for such a long defrost AND cook … Read more
Cooking frozen meat in the Instant Pot is my favorite cooking hack. Seriously, how many times have you forgotten to take the meat out of the freezer? If I’m honest, once I figured out how to cook frozen ground turkey in the Instant Pot, it was quickly my favorite way to make it. The pressure … Read more
Enjoy this product 3-5 days after delivery or freeze upon arrival, and use within the year. This product ships deep chilled to arrive fresh in a biodegradable liner. Arrival temperature of bird will vary depending on your location, & turkey may feel hard upon arrival – this indicates it is still deeply chilled. That suggested … Read more
Smoking is a delicious way to prepare a whole turkey. All you need is the turkey, seasonings, time, and patience. You also need the right equipment. For me, that is an electric smoker, such as the Masterbuilt Digital Electric Smoker. My first attempt at smoking a whole turkey was an epic fail. I neglected to … Read more
As a time-strapped home cook, I often rely on convenient pre-packaged deli meats like Hillshire Farm turkey to simplify my meal prep. But convenience foods come with a cost – Namely, questions about proper storage and how long they actually last before going bad. This comprehensive guide will uncover everything you need to know about … Read more