Cooking a turkey can seem like an intimidating task especially if you’ve never done it before. With the right techniques and preparation though, you can cook a moist, flavorful turkey that will wow your family and friends around the holidays. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll share pro tips, step-by-step instructions, and common mistakes to avoid … Read more
If an open packet of salami has been sitting in your fridge for almost a week, theres good reason to believe its time to throw it out. There’s usually a few indications that your days-old deli meat is past its peak, but sometimes, there might not always be visible signs of spoilage. Exactly how long … Read more
Let’s go over parts of a turkey, how to cut up a whole bird and how to cook each one best. 3 diagrams will show you where each one is. Do you know all the parts of a turkey and where they are on the bird? Wondering how to position it if your recipe calls … Read more
As one of the largest fast food chains worldwide, McDonald’s needs little introduction. Billions served and all that. But when it comes to breakfast, many customers wonder – does McDonald’s actually offer turkey sausage? The availability of turkey sausage remains a common question for those seeking a healthier lower-fat meat alternative from the Golden Arches. … Read more
Air frying is more popular than ever, and you may be wondering if you can use this method to roast your holiday turkey in your Samsung oven. The answer is yes! With an oven or range that has Air Fry mode, youll be able to crisp up your turkey in just a few hours on … Read more
Some mushrooms are highly sought-after for their use in cooking. Others get used for their medicinal benefits. Turkey tail mushrooms fall into the second category. They contain a number of beneficial compounds that make them worth consuming. The problem is that you can’t simply eat turkey tail mushrooms like portobellos or oyster mushrooms. Their thick … Read more
I’m focusing in this post on how to easily brine a turkey. Brining is the easiest, best way to ensure moist, flavorful meat in your perfectly cooked turkey. Once you’ve brined it, you are ready to roast, fry, or smoke your moist turkey to perfection. As Thanksgiving and the winter holidays approach, many home cooks … Read more
Watermelon is a refreshing, hydrating treat that most people enjoy during the hot summer months. But did you know that your turkeys would probably love some watermelon too? As an omnivorous bird turkeys can eat a wide variety of foods including many types of fruits. So let’s take a closer look at whether or not … Read more
There is something about a cold cut platter that makes me happy. A good deli platter is like a work of art if you ask me. Piles of meat, cheese and garnishes arranged on a big tray is a beautiful thing. When I was a little kid I would walk into a family party or … Read more
Thats the Thanksgiving message being sent by the Consumer Product Safety Commission — and to emphasize the warning, the agency shared an alarming video showing the cataclysmically explosive results of making mistakes when frying a turkey. As the video racked up views on social media, the CPSC also acknowledged what many suspected: Its pretty fun … Read more
