Wild turkeys have incredible eyesight. Their ability to sense a predator, like a hunter leaning back against a tree, is uncanny. Turkey vision can seem even supernatural at times. But really, it’s just a combination of evolution and physiology. There’s still plenty we don’t know about how turkeys see, but researchers have uncovered plenty of … Read more
Its never too late to learn how to stuff your Christmas turkey. Our Michelin star chef Jeff has compiled this simple step by step guide on how to perfect your stuffed festive turkey this festive season. “The stuffing can be flavoured with many flavours, I like to use chopped prunes & orange peel but you … Read more
You can eat soup as a main dish along with other items or as a side dish with the centerpiece. Turkey soup is a delicious variety and can substitute chicken soup if you don’t like the latter. Thus when thinking about what to serve with turkey soup, you’ll have many options, such as broccoli salad, … Read more
We’ve seen an unprecedented demand since 2019. This season, we anticipate that trend continuing. We will need thousands of turkeys for Larimer County families. Help us make sure everyone in our community gets a hearty holiday meal. The holidays are a time for giving back and helping those in need. For many people, donating a … Read more
Smoking-Meat.com is supported by its readers. We may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you if you buy through a link on this page. Thanksgiving is upon us and as tradition would have it, smoked turkey is the standard fare. In this recipe/instructional I not only want to show you a better … Read more
Spatchcocking, also called butterflying, is a great cooking method for whole turkeys that delivers incredibly moist, flavorful meat and gorgeously crispy skin. By removing the backbone and flattening the bird, it roasts more evenly in less time. The New York Times’ popular spatchcock turkey recipe takes this technique to delicious new heights. As an avid … Read more
Plus, does turkey really make you tired? And what you should not do when preparing it. When you shop through retailer links on our site, we may earn affiliate commissions. 100% of the fees we collect are used to support our nonprofit mission. Learn more. Gertrude Stein wrote that “a rose is a rose is … Read more
Grilling a spatchcock turkey is one of the best ways to get incredibly moist, flavorful meat and crispy skin. By removing the backbone and flattening the bird, it cooks faster and more evenly than a traditional roasted whole turkey. The Weber kettle grill is ideal for spatchcocking turkey and infusing delicious smoky flavor. In this … Read more
When it comes to the holiday season, we all know smoked turkey is the undisputed king. Nothing beats a wood-fired bird surrounded by all the trimmings on Thanksgiving day. If youre curious about how to smoke a turkey like a pro, read our turkey smoking guide for the best tips and tricks. Smoking turkey on … Read more
If you enjoy cooking turkey or chicken, then you should have a good turkey or chicken brine recipe in your back pocket. If you’re cooking turkey or chicken without brining, what are you doing?! Creating a brine is the best way to serve a juicy, tender, bite of protein. Continue reading as I share with … Read more
