A no-mess, no-stress way to cook a whole turkey—in the slow cooker! No basting or brining needed. This slow cooker whole turkey recipe will give you the most tender, juiciest turkey ever! When I was younger, my mom always slow-cooked her Thanksgiving turkey. She would prepare the turkey the day before Thanksgiving and then slow-cook … Read more
You spend the entire day preparing and cooking the turkey. You may end up ready to serve hours before feast time and guests arrive. So, you’re left wondering how to keep a turkey warm. Thanksgiving dinner is a staple in almost every household. Usually, the star of that dinner is a warm, juicy turkey that … Read more
The savory drippings left in the pan after roasting your turkey are typically used for making gravy But don’t stop there! Turkey drippings contain incredible flavors that can enhance all kinds of dishes Get the most out of your holiday bird by using drippings in these creative ways, Should You Save Turkey Drippings? Absolutely! Turkey … Read more
Trussing a turkey is an essential step when cooking a whole turkey on a rotisserie. Properly trussing the turkey will hold its shape nicely and allow it to cook evenly as it turns on the rotisserie. A well-trussed turkey looks beautiful too with its wings and legs tucked neatly to its body. Follow these simple … Read more
Cook the most tender, moist, and incredibly flavorful Instant Pot whole turkey with perfectly crisp skin in under 2 hours using the Instant Pot Duo Crisp, Mealthy CrispLid or Ninja Foodi. Weve used just about every method there is to cook turkey. Weve fried, spatchcocked, dry-brined and wet-brined our turkey. While they were good, they … Read more
Turkey ribs have surged in popularity in recent years gaining traction as a deliciously versatile alternative to traditional pork ribs. But an aura of mystery still surrounds these flavorful morsels – where exactly do turkey ribs come from on the bird? Let’s embark on an investigative journey to uncover the anatomical origins of this phenomenal … Read more
Cooking the perfect turkey can seem like a daunting task, especially when it comes to getting the temperature just right. Using a meat thermometer takes the guesswork out of determining doneness and ensures your turkey is cooked through without drying out But in order to get an accurate reading, you need to know exactly where … Read more
It doesnt matter how many unique side dishes you make, a festive holiday spread just isnt complete without the star of the show: the turkey. Whether you want to barbecue or fry the bird or go the traditional route with roasting, the recipe options are endless. The only caveat with cooking the holiday staple is … Read more
This Spatchcock Smoked Turkey is sure to be the crowning glory of your Thanksgiving dinner. Spatchcocked for more even cooking, and smoked for incredible flavor, you’ve never had a bird quite as good as this! When preparing to cook an entire turkey, it can be daunting to plan for such a long defrost AND cook … Read more
Cooking the perfect turkey can be a daunting task, especially if you’re tackling it for the first time. One of the keys to success is ensuring the turkey is fully cooked through to a safe internal temperature. This is where using a food thermometer comes in handy. But exactly where should you place the thermometer … Read more