Injecting brine into a turkey is a great way to add flavor and moisture before roasting. But is it safe and how exactly do you do it? This comprehensive guide will cover everything you need to know about injecting brine deep into your holiday bird. What is Brining and Why Do It? Brining involves soaking … Read more
Save the turkey carcass from your holiday meal to make this rich and nutritious Instant Pot Turkey stock in your pressure cooker. I made a huge turkey last week and I wanted to get every last bit out of that bird that I could. So I decided to make some turkey stock. Thankfully it was … Read more
The United States is a massive country, the third largest in the world by land area. With a total area of 3,796,742 square miles (9,833,520 sq km), it spans across North America between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Its sheer size can be hard to comprehend. So how does it compare in size to other … Read more
Can you make an entire Thanksgiving turkey in the sous vide? The answer is 100% yes, AND we would definitely do it again. This is not the typical turkey most of us are used to getting at our Thanksgiving dinner. You know, the kind while being asked if it is too dry, you shake your … Read more
No, spatchcocking turkey isn’t the next big fad to come along after pickleball! It’s a nontraditional way to cook a turkey so that it heats more evenly and achieves a crispier skin. The presentation is a bit, well… the cooked bird won’t look like a Norman Rockwell painting. However, the taste is worth every bit … Read more
Removing the neck of a turkey is an essential part of preparing the bird for roasting. While it may seem intimidating, especially if you’re used to store-bought turkeys that come with the neck already removed, it’s actually a straightforward process with the right techniques. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process … Read more
Turkey cutlets are a quick and easy dinner option that can be cooked right in a pan Thinly sliced turkey breast cooks up fast in a hot skillet, becoming deliciously browned and crispy on the outside while staying juicy on the inside Cooking turkey cutlets in a pan is simple with just a few ingredients … Read more
How to Roast a Turkey – learn easy techniques to perfectly roast a turkey. Step by step instructions from start to finish. Roasting a juicy, perfectly browned turkey is considered the crowning achievement of any Thanksgiving chef But one key question divides turkey experts – should you cook the bird covered or uncovered? After testing … Read more
As autumn arrives, the excitement for Thanksgiving grows. The roasted turkey is a highlight, filling homes with its delicious smell. But, have you ever thought about the difference between are turkey drumsticks and turkey legs? Are they the same, or do they have special qualities that can make your holiday meal better? When considering your … Read more
Learn how to confidently manage hatching your own turkey eggs at home, and achieve high success rates even from your very first hatch. This article will walk you through every step, from egg to adorable poult. A couple of years ago, while saving turkey eggs to hatch for the first time, I happened to run … Read more
