This is the Transylvanian naked neck chicken, popularly known as the “churkey” because it appears to have the body of a chicken and the head of a turkey. And this mysterious mutation could actually help feed the world. What makes the churkey – or, as it is also rather predictably known, the turken – appear … Read more
Deep frying turkey has become a popular cooking method, especially around the holidays Many people love the crisp, golden exterior and moist interior it produces But is deep frying turkey healthy? As a cooking blogger exploring new recipes and techniques, I decided to dig into the facts behind this trendy cooking method. A Brief History … Read more
Every item on this page was chosen by a The Pioneer Woman editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. The best part of Thanksgiving is undoubtedly the leftovers. There are so many new dishes you can make with the components of a Thanksgiving menu! Ree Drummond especially loves … Read more
Contributing writer Ron Dimpflmaier, also known as “Captain Ron”, is our dedicated Big Green “Eggspert” who is showing how to cook a whole turkey in your Big Green Egg or Kamado cooker for perfectly cooked, smoked turkey flavor in the same amount of time the turkey would take in your oven. It’s that time of … Read more
The classic turkey club sandwich has been a lunchtime staple for generations. But is this seemingly wholesome combo of turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on toasted bread really good for you? Let’s take a closer look at whether turkey clubs can be part of a healthy diet. Breaking Down the Nutrition First we need … Read more
To roast a juicy, succulent turkey, without using any butter or oil, soak your turkey in a brine bath overnight, you will never want to cook a turkey another way. Roasting a turkey can seem intimidating if you are doing it for the first time, but I can assure you, it is easier than you … Read more
The Godfather’s Smoked Turkey recipe is the only smoked turkey recipe you’ll need! In fact, the turkey brine is so good, this is still the best turkey you’ll ever try even if you roast it in the oven. I’m not quite sure how to introduce this recipe. Maybe I can start with the story of … Read more
Turkey is incredibly versatile—smoke it, oven-roast it, or spatchcock it, no problem. And ground turkey? Its a game-changer. As someone following a keto diet, you know that hitting your macros is key. Protein is an important part of the equation, helping to preserve muscle mass as you cut carbs and burn fat for fuel Ground … Read more
Frying a turkey can be a great way to prepare a juicy and delicious holiday meal. However, it can quickly turn into a frustrating experience if your turkey fryer won’t stay lit. As an avid turkey fryer enthusiast, I’ve encountered this issue more times than I can count. But over the years, I’ve learned how … Read more
I tested 4 ways to cook store bought smoked turkey legs and the results were surprising! With the holidays approaching, turkey legs are in high demand and quite popular. But what is the best way to prep and cook them? Starting from scratch can be a mess and time consuming so I tested 4 ways … Read more