The popular animated sitcom Bob’s Burgers featured a hilarious Thanksgiving-themed episode in Season 4 titled “Turkey in a Can.” This fan-favorite episode centers around the mystery of who is sabotaging Bob’s holiday turkeys. Let’s explore the plot, funny moments, and lasting impact of this classic Bob’s Burgers Thanksgiving story. Overview of “Turkey in a Can” … Read more
Tucking in the wings of your turkey before roasting is an important step that helps ensure even cooking and prevents the wingtips from burning It only takes a minute or two and makes a big difference in the final presentation of your beautiful bird, Follow these simple steps for perfectly tucked wings Why Tuck the … Read more
That red plastic pop-up stick that signals your turkey is ready is a staple at many Thanksgiving tables. But have you ever wondered what’s actually going on inside that little button timer? Let’s crack open these handy gadgets and explore what makes them tick – or rather, pop up. The Basic Mechanism A turkey pop-up … Read more
As a passionate home cook and entertainer, I’m always seeking the next big thing to take my holiday feasts to the next level. After years of roasting turkeys the traditional way, I decided it was time to try deep frying for incredibly moist, flavorful meat and crispy skin With so many turkey fryer options on … Read more
Healthy turkey chili made with lean ground turkey, kidney beans and corn. This famous recipe is perfectly spiced, packed with plenty of protein and fiber, and is simply the BEST. Make it on the stovetop or in your slow cooker for an easy, delicious weeknight dinner. I normally don’t declare recipes the best for just … 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 problem is that most of us only cook a turkey once or twice a year, and who can remember what seasoning … Read more
Every Thanksgiving, turkey livers come bundled up inside the cavity of a turkey along with other edible turkey parts like the gizzard, heart and neck. But what exactly does a turkey liver look like? And how do you know if you have the liver or another part? Here’s a quick guide to identifying turkey livers … Read more
About 245 million turkeys are slaughtered each year in the U. S. , with 46 million alone killed just for Thanksgiving. It’s true that turkeys are social and playful like cats and dogs, but their lives and deaths are very different from those of most indoor pets. Turkeys are a popular poultry bird raised for … Read more
In the first case, you’ve done everything right to catch a certain bird, but he always gets away just as you think you’re about to seal the deal. This is the kind of thing that will cause you great stress and anxiety. Then there is the bird that won’t answer your calls. He gobbles but … Read more
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
