This is trick I learned one day when wondering what to do with the extra fat drippings I drain from roasting my turkey. Yes, I use some of the fat for making a roux, but I have learned to save all the seasoned fat drippings from my turkey. I dislike wasting anything. The holiday season … Read more
Preserve the warmth of homemade comfort with our guide to canning turkey soup! Stock your pantry and savor the convenience of homemade soup anytime with this safe canning recipe. There’s something comforting about a steaming bowl of homemade soup, especially when it’s made with care and preserved to be enjoyed when the craving strikes. In … Read more
Learn how easy it is to make Turkey Stock from the bones of your Thanksgiving turkey! All you need is a picked over turkey carcass and some vegetables and herbs that you probably already have on hand from cooking your turkey. You are going to love using this flavorful turkey stock in your next soup! … Read more
Cooking a Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving meal can seem like a daunting task. All those nostalgic dishes need to be delicious and timed to perfection — and the most intimidating of all is the turkey. Knowing how long to cook a turkey is tricky: go too long, and itll be dry; too short, and you risk … Read more
Roasting a turkey in your convection oven is about 25% faster than in a traditional oven. Here are cooking times to get it perfect every time. Once youve mastered preparing a golden-brown, crispy-skinned roasted turkey, it might seem strange to try to fix whats not broken. Unless time is an issue, that is. If youre … Read more
Learn how to cook frozen sausages. You can cook them in the oven; you can pan-fry or grill them. All three methods are fast, easy, and thoroughly delicious! Cooking sausages from frozen could not be easier! And it’s definitely much faster than you might think. Did you ever buy too many sausages for a grill … Read more
For sandwich lovers and party hosts alike, buying deli turkey by the pound is a great way to enjoy a versatile, protein-packed meat But when standing at the deli counter or meat section, a common question arises how many slices can you expect to get from a pound of turkey? The answer depends on several … Read more
How Long To Cook A Turkey is a common phrase I hear the last few weeks of November and into December each year because no one likes a dry turkey! Keep reading to learn the proper cooking times and tips on knowing when your turkey is cooked perfectly! Turkey is typically the star of the … Read more
Some people consider offals like chicken gizzards and hearts as nasty bits They are usually the “Unwanted”. All these nasty bits including kidney, beef tripe, livers are popular in Asia. My mom cooked them often when we were kids. That’s probably how I got used to this. Gizzards are like the second stomach in many … Read more
For many families, deep fried turkey is the highlight of the holiday table. When properly cooked, it emerges with skin rendered to a shatteringly crisp, golden brown exterior encasing moist, flavorful meat But deep frying a whole bird can seem daunting. With the right gear, technique and safety steps, though, you can masterfully deep fry … Read more