How to Cook a Half Turkey Perfectly

Let’s talk turkey! With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we’re already thinking about what to do for dinner. I know first-hand that roasting an entire turkey can seem intimidating though. What size turkey do you need? Fresh or frozen? If you buy frozen, how much time will it take to thaw? How long do you … Read more

Can You Eat Turkey on Good Friday? A Guide to Catholic Fasting Rules

Aside from giving up something, those that observe Lent will also be spending the next seven Fridays whipping out those fish recipes and abstain from eating meat. Lent, which typically is the time period from Ash Wednesday through Easter, is meant to be observed with self-sacrifice, prayer and other religious activities leading up to Easter, … Read more

How Big is a Turkey Heart? Exploring the Size and Anatomy of This Vital Organ

1 Institute of Veterinary Anatomy, Department of Veterinary Medicine, Freie Universität Berlin, Berlin, GermanyFind articles by 1 Institute of Veterinary Anatomy, Department of Veterinary Medicine, Freie Universität Berlin, Berlin, GermanyFind articles by 2 College of Veterinary Medicine, School of Veterinary and Life Sciences, Murdoch University, Murdoch, AustraliaFind articles by 3 Institute of Poultry Diseases, Department … Read more

Where to Shoot a Turkey With a Bow and Arrow: A Guide to Ethical and Effective Turkey Hunting

Turkey hunting with a bow and arrow requires precision and knowing exactly where to place your shot Unlike using a shotgun, where you can target the head and neck area fairly easily, shooting a turkey with archery equipment demands an understanding of turkey anatomy and shot angles. As responsible hunters, we owe it to the … Read more