Turkey is the centerpiece of many a Thanksgiving spread. All that crackly skin encasing juicy meat, just waiting for carving (and eating!). But how disappointing is it to spend so much time defrosting, brining, trussing, and roasting a 20-lb bird just for the results to be dry and stringy? Here are five ways to keep … Read more
If youre planning to fry a whole turkey for the holidays this year, first pat yourself on the back for trying something new. Then familiarize yourself with cooking oil smoke points so you can get the best results with your fried turkey and stay safe during the process. Well walk you through some of the … Read more
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, many families are looking for fun ways to celebrate the holiday with their children. Eve Bunting’s classic picture book, A Turkey for Thanksgiving, is a great way to get kids excited about Thanksgiving while also sparking their creativity through related arts and crafts activities. In this article, we’ll explore … Read more
“Say, whats this plastic thing holding the legs together on our turkey? Wont it melt if we put it in the oven?” asks a confused cook. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has the answer to this and other food safety questions about meat and poultry. “Its a hock lock,” answers the technical information specialist … Read more
Our easy to adapt Leftover Turkey Soup is one of the best ways to use up leftovers from Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner and it is ready in under 20 minutes. A filling and hearty turkey soup that is quick to make and it makes a nice change from all the rich indulgent food during the … Read more
This darling little crochet turkey has completely stolen my heart. He’s cute. He’s squishy. He’s quick to crochet. So much to love! I’ve been dreaming of crochet turkey design forever and honestly it was quite a challenge. Mostly it’s the back feathers that boggle the mind. How does one crochet something that conveys multi color … Read more
Every item on this page was chosen by an editor from The Pioneer Woman. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. According to Thanksgiving tradition, turkey is both the main course and the mascot of the holiday. So it only makes sense to incorporate a few turkeys into your … Read more
When it comes to seasoning turkey tenderloins, you can go in a few different directions. The two methods I like are made by using a simple seasoning mixture and using a simple marinade. The first one, coating them with a thin layer of seasoning, is the method I used in my Roasted Turkey Tenderloin recipe. … Read more
Sous vide cooking has revolutionized the way home cooks prepare food. This method of cooking food sealed in airtight bags immersed in a water bath at a precisely controlled temperature yields incredibly moist, tender, and flavorful results. While sous vide is ideal for cooking steak, pork chops, chicken and fish it also excels at cooking … Read more
This is an easy recipe for tender, grilled turkey kabobs. Served over pasta, rice or your favorite salad, these healthy turkey skewers are a must-try this summer! I don’t know about you but outdoor entertaining in summer is a must in our family. When I visit my parents we also make Campfire Stew and grill … Read more
