Turkey vultures are a common sight across much of North America circling gracefully on their broad wings or gathered at animal carcasses. But despite their abundance turkey vultures have federal protection making it illegal to harm or kill them. This often surprises people who view turkey vultures as pests. However, there are good reasons these … Read more
With the holidays coming up, fresh turkey breast is a popular main course for many families. But where can you actually find high-quality, fresh turkey breast close to home? This definitive guide will walk you through the best options for purchasing fresh turkey breast from local stores and markets in your area. Overview of Fresh … Read more
Overcooked turkey is a common Thanksgiving pitfall, but undercooked turkey may be an even bigger horror show. Luckily, you can fix it fairly quickly. Cooking the perfect turkey can be tricky. It’s easy to overcook and dry out the bird, but undercooking poses even greater risks. Knowing what undercooked turkey looks like is critical to … Read more
Turkey necks are simmered to perfection in a Cajun-infused broth with smoked sausage, potatoes, and corn on the cob. Elevate your soul food cooking with this flavorful and easy-to-follow Southern turkey neck boil recipe! Hey y’all, we’re cooking up something special today – Turkey Necks, a classic soul food recipe from the heart of the … Read more
Cooking a whole turkey in a slow cooker may seem unusual, but it’s actually a foolproof method for getting perfectly moist and tender meat. Freeing up oven space and enjoying mess-free cooking are just a couple of the benefits of slow cooking turkey. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know to … Read more
Do you think making chicken pie is a long, arduous process? Its not if you use this Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits recipe! A few simple steps are all that stand between you and a family-sized pan of luscious chicken and vegetables in cream sauce, topped with tender biscuits. And, dont think that the word … Read more
A Turkish christmas is impossible right? Most of my friends and family who have never visited Turkey say this. “After all, Turkey is a Muslim country”. It might be a Muslim country but one thing the Turks have got down to a fine art, is that where there is money to be made, they will … Read more
David A. Kirk, Michael J. Mossman, Keith L. Bildstein, Julie M. Mallon, and Adrián Naveda-Rodríguez revised the account. Peter Pyle contributed to the Plumages, Molts, and Structure page. Guy Kirwan contributed to the Systematics page. Neil J. Buckley reviewed the account. JoAnn Hackos, Robin K. Murie, and Daphne R. Walmer copyedited the account. Eliza R. … Read more
As Thanksgiving approaches, many home cooks realize they have a frozen turkey sitting in their freezer that needs to be thawed and prepared for the big feast. But with limited time before the big day, is it possible to shortcut the process by thawing the bird in a brine solution? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll … Read more
Fried turkey has become a rising new star on the Thanksgiving scene. But for those who’ve only had the tried-and-true roasted bird, fried turkey remains a mysterious culinary curiosity What does fried turkey actually taste like? Is it worth the hype and extra effort? I decided to find out. In this article I’ll walk you … Read more
