Thanksgiving turkey recipes have sure come a long way. Thanksgiving dinner, in general, has come a long way! Simple brine for turkey can be as easy as dissolving salt in water or as complicated as a two-day process of an herb infused brine and then allowing for an air dry for the perfect, crispy turkey … Read more
Smoking is an excellent way to impart some serious flavor into the meat and an excellent cooking technique to cook a large bird like a turkey without drying it out. Of course, the first choice you need to make when smoking a turkey is the kind of turkey you plan to use. However, coming in … Read more
Turkey thighs are a delicious, juicy and flavorful cut of meat that can be prepared in a variety of ways. When cooking turkey thighs in the oven using the proper temperature is key to achieving tender, moist results with crispy skin. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through the ideal oven temperature ranges for cooking … Read more
Turkey ribs are an underappreciated cut of meat that can be just as flavorful and tasty as pork or beef ribs when cooked properly. But finding turkey ribs at your local grocery store can be tricky. This unique cut comes from the shoulder of the turkey rather than the breast, so it’s not as readily … Read more
Fried turkey has become a mouthwatering staple for many holiday meals. When properly prepared, fried turkey is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and full of flavor. If you want to serve the star of your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner fresh from the fryer, you have several excellent options for purchasing a fried … Read more
Brining a turkey breast is a great way to help ensure it turns out incredibly moist, flavorful and tender But how long should you brine a turkey breast to get the best results? Here’s a complete guide to brining times for turkey breast along with tips for brining success. What is Brining and Why Brine … Read more
Gout is usually caused by too much uric acid in the body (hyperuricemia), and foods that contain high levels of purines, compounds that can raise uric acid levels, should be limited or avoided. Does Turkey Have Purines? Exploring This Meat’s Connection to GoutTurkey has become a staple on dinner tables across America, especially during the … Read more
Once you own a pellet grill you look forward to smoking meat year-round and showing off all that juicy and delicious meat candy to all your family and friends–but during the holiday season, the stakes couldn’t be higher. With everyone counting on you to create a perfectly seasoned and smoked turkey, anxiety can set in … Read more
If youre looking for a new way to cook a turkey this Thanksgiving try this method for spatchcocking. The skin comes turns out brown and super crispy, plus the turkey breast meat is super juicy inside This week I tried spatchcocking a whole turkey for the first time and it turned out really great. Alton … Read more
The United States is commonly associated with Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a national holiday that is designed to celebrate the union of Native Americans with European settlers. Therefore, the vast majority of families in the United States eat turkey on Thanksgiving. In fact, approximately seven out of eight families in the United States consume turkey on … Read more