Planning a turkey this year? Let us help you find the perfect bird for your table. Buying the right turkey can mean the difference between a good Thanksgiving and a legendary Thanksgiving. And while you can’t go wrong with any of our birds, shopping for a specific size or certification can be tricky. Rest assured, … Read more
Turkey can be a delicious and healthy meat choice, but only when it’s fresh. Once turkey goes bad, it can make you very sick. So how do you know if the raw turkey in your fridge has spoiled? An easy way is to use your nose. A Fresh Turkey Has Very Little Odor When you … Read more
Ground turkey is a lean meat and serves as a wonderful substitute for ground beef, so I always keep several packages in the freezer. These simple ways to defrost ground turkey ensure I will keep my family safe. If you arent sure of the best methods for how to thaw ground turkey, follow this handy … Read more
Whether it’s cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or any other tobacco product, trying to quit “cold turkey” – meaning to stop abruptly without any support or replacement medications – is unlikely to be successful. According to Dr. J. Taylor Hays of the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, research over the past 25 years has shown that out of … Read more
Are you looking for an easy way to prepare your turkey for Thanksgiving or Christmas? One of the easiest ways to prepare a turkey is by spatchcocking it. Smoked Spatchcock Turkey is a simple to follow recipe that doesnt require a lot of time, or babysitting to produce really exceptional results. Smoking a spatchcock turkey … Read more
I have never cooked a turkey before but I was given a frozen, prebrined one a while back. I discovered this AM when I opened it up to remove giblets, that there is this plastic web thing embedded deep within the back, instructions are to use this to secure legs together during roasting. Roasting the … Read more
Rotisserie cooking a turkey is a classic and delicious way to prepare the bird for a holiday meal or anytime you want juicy, evenly cooked meat But is it right for you? Here’s what you need to know about rotisserie turkeys What Is A Rotisserie Turkey? A rotisserie turkey is a whole turkey that is … Read more
When it comes to cooking a turkey for Thanksgiving, roasting a full-sized bird can sometimes be a challenge regardless of your skill level. That’s because there are a lot steps involved, and while they arent complicated, well, they arent necessarily easy either — especially if youre hoping to serve up a moist, juicy turkey to … Read more
Most foods previously frozen, thawed and then cooked can be refrozen as long as they have not been sitting at room temperature for more than two hours. Remember that freezing does not kill bacteria, only prevents the microbes from multiplying. So thawed food will have some bacteria that can multiply at room temperature, meaning that … Read more
If youre planning to serve these flavorful bites at your next gathering, you might be wondering which side dishes would pair well with them. Here you can find 16 delicious side dishes that will complement your turkey wings and make for an unforgettable meal. The best side dishes to serve with turkey wings are mashed … Read more