Chances are you’re a tax-paying, lawn-mowing, shower-taking adult. You have your life together, and you’ve heard that some people put meat and cheese between two pieces of bread. When I was a lifeguard years ago, most of the other people there were pretty young and didn’t have their lives totally together. We were tax-paying for … Read more
This ground turkey recipe for the slow cooker is high in protein and low in carbs. It’s also very flavorful, so it’s great for Thanksgiving or a weeknight family dinner. My favourite way to eat turkey has got to be hands down in its ground form. Many people may disagree with me, and that’s okay. … Read more
“My family and I decided this was the best turkey I ever roasted. Thank you so much! I will always dry brine my turkeys before roasting from now on!”. Dare I say it? Dry brining your Thanksgiving turkey is the best thing you can do to make your holiday meal better. The good news? It’s … Read more
As an artist, capturing the beauty of a turkey’s intricately patterned feathers can be a fun challenge. While turkeys sport a range of feather types across their body, the contour feathers of the wings, back and tail offer some of the best opportunities for showcasing detail and realism in your drawings. Follow this guide to … Read more
Finding the Goldilocks Zone How Long is Too Long When Boiling Turkey Stock? Making turkey stock is an art – simmer it just right to extract maximum flavor. But boil it too long and the stock turns bitter and overconcentrated. So what’s the sweet spot for turkey stock simmer times? Let’s break it down. In … Read more
Which would you grab first: turkey or ham? There are so many things to think about, like what the occasion is, what’s cheaper, and what your guests want. During the holiday season, both turkey and ham are great options this time of year. Personal taste is the only thing that really matters, but I’ll explain … Read more
Sous vide turkey wings are the perfect way to enjoy juicy, tender turkey wings year-round. This cooking method delivers moist, fall-off-the-bone turkey wings every time. I’ve been cooking sous vide for years and absolutely love it for turkey wings. With just a few simple steps, you can have restaurant-quality wings ready in just a few … Read more
The State Fair of Texas kicks off its 138th year in Dallas on September 27, 2024. It has been going on for 24 days, making it one of the longest-running fairs in the US. In 2021 alone, 2. 2 million visitors entered the gates of the historic Fair Park, a National Historic Landmark in South … Read more
For many people, the highlight of a holiday meal is the ham centerpiece. Smoky, salty, and richly flavored, ham is a quintessential part of celebrations like Thanksgiving and Christmas. But if you want to change up the usual protein this year, have no fear – with the right preparation, you can make your turkey taste … Read more
Cooking a Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving meal can seem like a daunting task. All of those nostalgic dishes have to taste great and be served at just the right time. The turkey is the most difficult one to get right. It’s hard to say how long to cook a turkey. If you do it for too … Read more
