Unless you’re using the turkey neck in a tasty gravy, stock, or soup, many of us can’t think of anywhere else to put them besides the trash. It might seem wasteful, but if giblets aren’t your specialty, what’s the point in keeping them? Well, when you have a dog in the house, you may not … Read more
This list of delicious sides gives you some great ideas for what to serve with smoked turkey. These recipes work whether you’ve got a smoked turkey leg, a smoked turkey breast, or a whole bird. From green beans to mashed potatoes to cornbread, you can’t go wrong with any of these side dishes. Smoking turkey … Read more
Turkeys are the quintessential Thanksgiving icon and an important North American bird. In fact, Benjamin Franklin made the case for the turkey as the national bird of the United States! However, the turkey famously lost to the bald eagle by a single vote. Most everyone knows what the colorful and enigmatic tom turkey looks like, … Read more
If youre a fan of eating the thickest, juiciest hamburgers, well, youre probably the type that has never had a good turkey burger. Turkey burgers, not to mention ground turkey in general, have the unfortunate reputation of being the less delicious substitute for ground beef. Anyone who wants to make a healthy version of their … Read more
Allowing meat to rest after cooking is very important if you want it to have the best texture and flavor. Poultry, including turkey, makes no exception. Roasted, grilled, fried, smoked….. all these cooking methods can make turkey taste amazing. Regardless of how you cook it, it’s essential to know how long to let turkey rest, … Read more
I have to say, while I enjoy turkey in just about any form, smoked turkey is still my favorite. Bringing in that bird off the grill, with the browned skin, bathed in smoke for hours, is such a treat for the family and friends, and really shows off your skills as a man-o-the-flame. Here is … Read more
Turkeys are large, distinctive birds that most of us have seen pictured around Thanksgiving But wild turkeys actually look quite different from the plump, domesticated turkeys that end up on our holiday tables When identifying wild turkeys, it’s important to know how to distinguish between males and females as well as understand how factors like … Read more
Turkey noodles are the ultimate comfort food that takes boring leftover turkey and transforms it into a hearty, delicious one-pot meal. This classic dish is simple to make, endlessly customizable, and fills your home with tempting aromas. Read on to learn my tips and tricks for making turkey noodles from scratch! Ingredients You’ll Need To … Read more
If you’ve noticed other guests walking around, you’ve likely seen the ones biting off a massive piece of meat. At Walt Disney World, these jumbo Disney Turkey Legs can stir up an argument among Disney theme park aficionados: some absolutely adore them, while others despise them. Regardless of what everyone thinks, there’s no doubt that … Read more
Picture this: It’s Thanksgiving Day and you suddenly realize that your turkey is in the freezer. Panic ensues… Thanksgiving is surely ruined! But before you start thinking about calling it quits, here’s some good news: you can still cook a frozen turkey! Sure, you might not have enough time for traditional thawing methods. But there … Read more
