Every year around the last few weeks of November and into December, people ask me, “How Long To Cook A Turkey?” because no one likes a dry turkey! Keep reading to find out the right cooking times and how to tell when your turkey is done. Every Thanksgiving and Christmas, the turkey is the main … Read more
Want an easy way to cook a moist turkey? Try Dry Brine Turkey! It’s the best and easiest way to cook a juicy Thanksgiving turkey that will please everyone. Dry brining is one of the best ways to achieve a flavorful, moist and tender turkey. But how long should you dry brine to get the … Read more
You will need a 40- or 60-quart pot with a basket, a burner, and a propane gas tank. You will also need a candy thermometer to check the temperature of the oil and a meat thermometer to check the turkey is done. For added safety, have a fire extinguisher and potholders nearby. Place fryer on … Read more
Dry brining is a simple and effective technique for getting a tender, juicy turkey with crispy skin and amazing flavor. It involves rubbing salt and seasonings all over the turkey, then letting it rest uncovered in the fridge for 1-3 days before roasting. But should your dry brined turkey be covered or uncovered during the … Read more
On a cold day, nothing tastes better than this simple and tasty Turkey Noodle Soup. It’s also very filling and full of good things for you. Nothing will taste better than this soup in the days after Thanksgiving. This turkey noodle soup recipe is a classic and delicious treat. It has all the same great … Read more
A heritage turkey costs more than a supermarket turkey, but it’s better for you, healthier, and better for the environment. The American Poultry Association named seven types of heritage turkeys the “Standard of Perfection” in 1874. This is the official list of breed standards for poultry. Despite this recognition, traditional heritage birds were eventually eclipsed … Read more
Brining is a popular technique used by many home cooks to help ensure a juicy flavorful turkey. The process of soaking the turkey in a saltwater solution seasons the meat and helps it retain moisture. But once the brined turkey comes out of the solution, should you take any additional steps like applying a rub … Read more
As families across America prepare their holiday centerpieces, some unlucky cooks may unwrap their raw turkeys only to find them tinged blue or purple. This unexpected sight can be alarming, leaving cooks wondering what causes the off-putting hue and whether their turkeys are still safe to eat. After encountering a few blue birds myself over … Read more
Smoked turkey slices have become a popular deli meat choice thanks to their rich, smoky flavor. The smoking process gives the turkey a delicious taste while altering its texture. But can you safely eat smoked turkey right out of the pack? Or does it require cooking first? Let’s find out. Overview of Smoked Turkey Production … Read more
That’s the message the Consumer Product Safety Commission is sending this Thanksgiving. To make its point even stronger, the agency shared a scary video of what happens when you mess up when you fry a turkey. Many people thought it was fun to make small-scale disaster movies, and the CPSC agreed as the video got … Read more
