Turkey

Turkey gravy made from pan drippings is the crowning touch to a perfect Thanksgiving meal. When you roast a turkey the rendered fat and browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan are full of meaty flavor. Turning those drippings into a smooth rich gravy is easy with just a few basic steps. This … Read more

The turkey is now perfectly golden brown after hours of careful planning, seasoning, watching, adjusting, and resting. The family is already oohing and aahing over it. When you start to cut the breast, though, you see that some of the meat is pink. What’s the story? Is it undercooked? Is dinner doomed?. Because the meat … Read more

Cooking juicy flavorful turkey patties on the stovetop can seem intimidating for some home cooks. Unlike beef patties which can tolerate high heat ground turkey is very delicate and can dry out easily if overcooked. Finding the right stove temperature and cook time to yield moist, tender turkey patties takes some trial and error. Through … Read more

Poultry has been raised on Pitman Farms in Sanger, California, for three generations, and they are the ones who make Mary’s Free Range Chicken. One generation ago, Pitman Farms was a traditional poultry operation. David Pitman says that the family switched to higher welfare practices because they were interested in the links between animal welfare … Read more

At fairs across the country, you can always find churros, cotton candy, funnel cake, and deep-fried Oreos. But smoked turkey legs are still one of the most famous and loved fair foods. Deliciously salty and brimming with umami flavor, theyre hard not to love. But while you’re eating the juicy meat, you’re not the only … Read more

Turn leftover turkey into an entirely new meal with this turkey pot pie recipe. This dish has cooked turkey and vegetables in a creamy gravy with herbs. It has a golden buttery pie crust on top. You can make this base recipe your own by using the ingredients you already have on hand. To save … Read more

Butterball turkey breasts provide a convenient alternative to roasting a whole turkey. Their boneless, skinless turkey breast cuts come in a range of sizes from 2 to 7 pounds or larger. While quick and easy to prepare on their own, many home cooks wonder if you can also stuff a Butterball turkey breast for added … Read more

There is a common misconception amongst hunters when it comes to decoys, that involve a too-simple thought process. For turkey hunters, whitetail hunters, and western hunters who use a fake to get a bear close, this is important. The thinking goes like this: If a real animal sees your fake animal, it will come to … Read more

Boneless, skinless turkey breast is a healthy, lean cut of meat that can be roasted beautifully in the oven. When properly cooked it emerges juicy, flavorful and perfect for holiday meals or anytime. But nailing the timing is essential to prevent dried out turkey. So how long should you bake a boneless skinless turkey breast? … Read more