There are a lot of major decisions to be made when it comes to planning your Thanksgiving menu—especially when it comes to the turkey. Are you buying fresh or frozen? Are you using a dry or wet brine? Or are you skipping the turkey entirely in favor of another main like ham or prime rib? … Read more
Is It Better to Slow Cook a Turkey? The Pros and Cons of This Hands-Off Method When it comes to cooking the star of your holiday table, is it better to slow cook a turkey instead of roasting it? Slow cooking turkey in a crockpot produces incredibly moist, tender meat infused with flavor. But does … Read more
I remember when our kids begged us to add a couple of turkeys to our flock. While the idea sounded fun, we decided to stick with chickens since our setup wasn’t ready for turkeys. But it got me thinking: Can chickens and turkeys live together? As a backyard chicken keeper, protecting your flock from predators … Read more
Whether meal prepping or following a recipe, knowing how to accurately measure 4 ounces of turkey is an important kitchen skill This serving size comes up often in healthy recipes, but what does 4 ounces of turkey actually look like? Keep reading for a complete breakdown on how to quantify different types of turkey into … Read more
Cooking turkey patties in an air fryer is incredibly simple. You can cook our fresh Shady Brook Farms patties and have a super satisfying meal ready to go in about 20 minutes. Our patties come pre-mixed, pre-formed, and pre-flavored, so you can take them out of the package and put them right in the air … Read more
Every year, one thing sneaks up on me no matter how prepared I am for my holiday dinner: thawing that Thanksgiving turkey. I always forget how long it takes for the turkey to thaw, and theres nothing worse than waking up Thanksgiving morning and discovering that your turkey is still frozen! The United States Department … Read more
As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us are tasked with cooking the star of the holiday meal – the turkey. If you picked up a frozen bird from the grocery store, chances are it came with the giblets still inside. Giblets refer to the internal organs of a turkey, usually containing the neck, heart, gizzard and … Read more
Turkey London broil is a delicious and versatile dish that can spruce up any meal. If you’re wondering how to cook up this tasty cut of meat, you’ve come to the right place! In this article, we’ll walk through everything you need to know to make a mouthwatering turkey London broil What is Turkey London … Read more
As Thanksgiving leftovers stack up, many wonder if they can freeze the picked-over turkey for later. But is it safe to refreeze cooked turkey twice? This controversial topic has long sparked debate. While some claim it’s fine if handled properly, others argue against it. So what’s the verdict? Can you safely eat turkey refrozen twice, … Read more
Let’s not blame family members, friends—and most importantly, ourselves—for the sad roast turkeys of Thanksgiving dinners past. Learning how to season a turkey is much like seasoning anything: a skill perfected over time. The trouble is, most of us only cook a turkey once or twice per calendar year (and who can remember what seasoning … Read more
