Learn How to Cook a Turkey in a Bag for tender and flavorful turkey every time. This fool proof way to cook turkey is the easiest Thanksgiving turkey. I have been hosting the holidays at my house for over 15 years and we always make this turkey in a bag recipe. This is the best … Read more
The Thanksgiving holiday is a time to relax with friends and family, and to reflect on reasons to be thankful. One aspect is the successful wine grape harvests around the world, which provide an opportunity to pair delicious wines with the Thanksgiving turkey. However, turkey is not the easiest meat to match wine, because it … 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
Incubating and hatching turkey eggs at home can be an extremely rewarding experience There’s something special about watching new life emerge from an egg you’ve nurtured. However, in order to have success incubating turkey eggs, you need to understand the proper incubation temperature. What is the Ideal Temperature for Incubating Turkey Eggs? The optimum incubation … Read more
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Every kitchen should have a trusty meat thermometer (especially on Thanksgiving). All that separates a juicy, delicious turkey from a dry, disappointing mess are a few degrees. More importantly, though, cooking your meat to a safe temperature prevents dangerous foodborne illnesses. Here’s how to check your turkey’s temp the right way this holiday: Get It … Read more
While frozen, a turkey is safe indefinitely. As soon as it begins to thaw, bacteria that may have been present before freezing will begin to grow again. There are three safe ways to defrost a turkey: in the refrigerator, in cold water, and in a microwave oven. Thawing the turkey is one of the most … Read more
Yes, you can make a delicious, flavorful gravy without any flour or added oil. Don’t believe me? Give this gluten-free turkey gravy a try this Thanksgiving. It’s the perfect flavor boost for your roasted turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, and sausage stuffing. Check out my step-by-step pictures below! Thanksgiving is right around the corner, which means … Read more
The age-old riddle goes Why did they let the turkey join the band? Because he had the drumsticks! This silly joke contains a hint of truth – turkeys really do have their own built-in “drumsticks” in the form of their leg bones. Their drumstick-like legs allow turkeys to strut to their own beat. But why … Read more
A juicy tender fully cooked turkey makes for an impressive centerpiece with minimal effort on holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. But where can you find quality pre-cooked whole turkeys to pick up with ease? This guide covers the best options for procuring a convenient fully cooked turkey for your next festive feast. Check Warehouse Club … Read more