As the holidays approached, I was eager to enjoy Jennie-O’s delicious turkey loaf again, just like when I was a child. However, I was disappointed to find that Jennie-O turkey loaf seems to have been discontinued and was no longer available at any of my local grocery stores. This sent me on a mission to … Read more
Spatchcocking, also known as butterflying, is a great technique for cooking turkey on a gas grill. It allows the turkey to cook faster and more evenly, resulting in juicy, tender meat infused with delicious smoky flavor. While spatchcocking may sound intimidating, it’s actually a pretty straightforward process that makes grilling turkey much easier. In this … Read more
Tying turkey legs together is a classic technique when roasting a whole turkey Trussing, as it’s called, gives the bird a neat, compact shape for even cooking. It also helps keep the stuffing inside But what if you don’t have kitchen twine on hand? Don’t worry, you can improvise with common household items to tie … Read more
Wearing blaze orange, also known as “fluorescent” or “hunter” orange, is required when hunting in most states. Blaze orange keeps you safe in the field by ensuring you are visible to other hunters. How much orange do you need to wear? Are there any states that dont require it? Whether you are a new or … Read more
In the Spring of 2012, we decided to raise turkeys for the first time. It was a great experience, but cost more than we expected. Here’s the run down on our expenses. We ordered 3 different turkey breeds: 6 Giant White = $42 5 Bronze Breasted Bronze = $35 4 Rio Grande = $40 Shipping … Read more
True or false: crispy browned skin is the BEST part of roast turkey or chicken! I say true. Don’t even bother debating me. I would eat all the skin off the Thanksgiving turkey if it weren’t totally socially unacceptable. Below are my best tips for a crispy-skinned, evenly-browned turkey or chicken, and why they work! … Read more
That distinct tuft of hair-like feathers protruding from a turkey’s chest is known as its beard. This unique feature has long fascinated outdoor enthusiasts and scientists alike. In this article, we’ll explore everything there is to know about the turkey beard – from its structure and purpose to how long it grows. What Exactly is … Read more
With turkey hunting, your success can often come down to how realistic your turkey calling is. If you’re squawking away on a box call, it can be a clear signal for a gobbler to stay away. But when you learn how to speak the language and make realistic hen turkey calls, you have a much … Read more
Ground turkey is a versatile protein that is often used as a healthy alternative to ground beef in a variety of dishes from burgers to tacos to chili. However you use ground turkey, it is important to understand how to store it safely so you can have it available when you need it. Ground turkey … Read more
Like daylight savings time and quarter-life crises, post-Thanksgiving turkey is inexplicable but unavoidable. With all the best bits (golden skin, neatly carved slices) already plundered, that cold container of leftover scraps looks like the backs of my hands in winter—dry, leathery, picked at. So what are we gonna do with it? I’ve done the “make … Read more
