Cooking a turkey for the holidays can be a stressful task Between navigating the grocery store chaos to wrestling a 20-pound bird in the oven, it’s easy to lose your holiday cheer That’s why injecting some humor into the process can turn turkey day into a fun and memorable occasion. This lighthearted guide will walk … Read more
Turkey is increasingly popular among followers of low-carb diets like keto and Atkins With its lean protein content and minimal carbs, turkey can be an excellent addition to a low-carb meal plan But is turkey truly a low-carb food? In this article, we’ll take a detailed look at the carb content of different turkey cuts … Read more
Heres a simple way to prepare your turkey like a pro before roasting: Tuck the wings to enhance the presentation while ensuring even cooking. Securing the wings behind and close to the body tightens up the appearance, but it also prevents them from overcooking or burning in the oven or on the grill. This method … Read more
Turkey is the centerpiece of many a Thanksgiving spread. All that crackly skin encasing juicy meat, just waiting for carving (and eating!). But how disappointing is it to spend so much time defrosting, brining, trussing, and roasting a 20-lb bird just for the results to be dry and stringy? Here are five ways to keep … Read more
If youre planning to fry a whole turkey for the holidays this year, first pat yourself on the back for trying something new. Then familiarize yourself with cooking oil smoke points so you can get the best results with your fried turkey and stay safe during the process. Well walk you through some of the … Read more
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, many families are looking for fun ways to celebrate the holiday with their children. Eve Bunting’s classic picture book, A Turkey for Thanksgiving, is a great way to get kids excited about Thanksgiving while also sparking their creativity through related arts and crafts activities. In this article, we’ll explore … Read more
“Say, whats this plastic thing holding the legs together on our turkey? Wont it melt if we put it in the oven?” asks a confused cook. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has the answer to this and other food safety questions about meat and poultry. “Its a hock lock,” answers the technical information specialist … Read more
Our easy to adapt Leftover Turkey Soup is one of the best ways to use up leftovers from Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner and it is ready in under 20 minutes. A filling and hearty turkey soup that is quick to make and it makes a nice change from all the rich indulgent food during the … Read more
This darling little crochet turkey has completely stolen my heart. He’s cute. He’s squishy. He’s quick to crochet. So much to love! I’ve been dreaming of crochet turkey design forever and honestly it was quite a challenge. Mostly it’s the back feathers that boggle the mind. How does one crochet something that conveys multi color … Read more
Every item on this page was chosen by an editor from The Pioneer Woman. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. According to Thanksgiving tradition, turkey is both the main course and the mascot of the holiday. So it only makes sense to incorporate a few turkeys into your … Read more
