If you’ve cooked much with whole turkeys, you’ve likely come across the term “capon” But what exactly does it mean? Capon is the specific name for a male turkey that has been castrated This process and name date back centuries. Understanding the meaning and reasons behind caponization provides insight into this unique type of poultry. … Read more
Roasting a turkey breast can often lead to dry and flavorless meat But there is a simple solution to keep your turkey breast juicy, moist and packed with flavor – brining What is Brining? Brining is the process of soaking meat in a saltwater solution (known as a brine) before cooking. The brine is typically … Read more
Carrie Zylka shares 6 ways to tell the difference between a gobbler and a hen while in the field, in this post originally published at “The Wild World of CarrieZ.” When you’re out there, sitting in a blind or calling against a tree and a flock of turkeys come in, how do you know which … Read more
This roast turkey recipe is actually easy to make so don’t feel intimidated. Below I will show you step-by-step how to cook a turkey for Thanksgiving or any special dinner! While cooking turkey takes time, the steps are not difficult. Follow the guide below for our best tips to ensure your roast turkey is perfect … Read more
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
As a longtime fan of Turkey Hill’s delicious ice cream flavors, I often get asked by friends and family, “Where can I buy Turkey Hill ice cream near me?” After scouring their store locator and calling around to local grocers, I’ve put together this handy guide on where you can find Turkey Hill ice cream … Read more
While most of us are familiar with eating turkey at holiday meals, do you actually know what the male and female turkeys are called? Understanding turkey terminology can come in handy whether you’re raising turkeys, going on a turkey hunt, or just looking to expand your poultry knowledge. Let’s explore the proper names for male, … Read more
As proud pitmasters, we can’t sit idly by while the turkey gets dried out and ruined in the oven. Not when we have a perfectly good smoker sitting right outside. By following these tips for smoking a whole turkey, your guests will be begging you for your secret recipe (and if you want a detailed … Read more
Cooking a whole turkey, especially a large one, takes 2½ to 5 hours. The lean parts of the bird, such as the breasts, often cook within the first hour and end up overcooked before the rest of the bird is ready. Fortunately, there’s a simple way to solve this problem, and that’s brining your turkey … Read more
Don’t know how to grill turkey legs? Well you’ve hit the jackpot, because we are here to show you how to grill turkey legs with moist, flavorful meat and crispy skin. Grilled turkey legs are a classic summer cookout food. Their smoky, savory flavor and fun, handheld size make them a backyard barbecue favorite. But … Read more