Gabapentin is a prescription medication that is used to treat seizures, nerve pain, and restless leg syndrome. It works by altering the way nerves send messages to the brain. While gabapentin can be very effective in treating these conditions, stopping it abruptly or “cold turkey” is not recommended. Here’s what you need to know about … Read more
As Thanksgiving approaches, many home cooks are tasked with preparing the star of the holiday meal – the turkey. While a beautifully roasted turkey is a sight to behold, brining is a great way to ensure it stays juicy and flavorful. But can you brine the turkey while it’s still thawing? The short answer is … Read more
As Thanksgiving approaches, the perennial debate arises once again – do you serve red or white wine with turkey? Both wines can complement the bird beautifully, so which is best? Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you decide. The Case for White Wine White wines are usually regarded as easier matches with delicate white meats … Read more
Let’s go over parts of a turkey, how to cut up a whole bird and how to cook each one best. 3 diagrams will show you where each one is. Do you know all the parts of a turkey and where they are on the bird? Wondering how to position it if your recipe calls … Read more
This Thanksgiving, there’s one tool you need to keep out of the kitchen in order to cook the perfect turkey. Ironically, it’s the pop-up turkey timer. A pop-up turkey timer ― the kind that comes pre-inserted in your store-bought bird ― is probably one of the most unreliable kitchen gadgets of all time. By the … Read more
Nothing triggers a turkey hunter into fitful dreams and self-imposed sleep deprivation like bushy beards, lusty gobbles and limb-hanger spurs. However, understanding wild turkeys and some parts of their anatomy—beaks, feet, legs and yes, the coveted spurs, are worthy of a closer look at how they function in the species’ survival. This column will discuss … Read more
Let’s just say, solely for the sake of conversation, that you’ve given up any and all personal hygiene practices. No reason — we’ll call it a social experiment. No brushing your teeth. No combing your hair. No showers. No deodorant. Nothing. A week — maybe two — goes by, and you start to notice you’re … Read more
Heat oven to 325°F. Remove neck, giblet and gravy packet, if applicable. These may be used to prepare gravy or stuffing. Place turkey on rack in shallow pan, breast side up, and loosely cover with foil. Remove foil after 1 hour of cooking. Roast until timer pops up and turkey is fully-cooked, 180°F as measured … Read more
Our lean turkey patties are grilled marked and sous-vide cooked for optimal moisture and flavor retention. Our turkeys are hormone and steroid free (ABF), and were never given any added antibiotics (NAE) at any stage of their life — the highest and cleanest raising strandards turkeys can have! The turkey is proudly raised in the … Read more
Turkey burgers have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional beef burgers. Not only are they leaner and healthier, but they are also versatile and easy to prep However, many home cooks wonder, how long does it take to cook turkey burgers to perfection? In this article, we’ll provide a complete guide to cooking times … Read more