Turkey

should i soak my turkey before cooking

Should You Soak Your Turkey Before Cooking? As Thanksgiving approaches home cooks everywhere are gearing up to prepare the star of the meal – the turkey. With its large size and lean meat turkeys can easily end up dry and disappointing if not prepared properly. This leaves many wondering – should I soak or brine … Read more

Does Brining Turkey Kill Harmful Bacteria?

You can brine, roast, smoke, fry, spatchcock, grill, or slow-cook the bird, but it’s always the star of the Thanksgiving dinner. That kind of spotlight makes most home cooks nervous about getting it just right. But lets talk turkey; the biggest risk comes from undercooking the meat. The U. S. The U.S. Department of Agriculture … Read more

The Ultimate Turkey Meatloaf Recipe with Oatmeal

This turkey meatloaf with oats is super tender, loaded with flavor, and smothered in a lip-smacking glaze. It rivals the beefy classic!. Turkey meatloaf is a classic comfort food that is perfect for busy weeknights By adding oatmeal to the mix, you can make a hearty, delicious meatloaf that is lower in fat and calories … Read more

Can a Turkey Actually Drown in the Rain?

A very old story says that if you leave a turkey outside in the rain, it will look up and drown. We know this isn’t true, but the turkeys that live at Blackberry Farm have some cute personality traits that we love to see. We asked our livestock manager what turkeys do when it rains … Read more