A beautifully bronzed and juicy turkey breast makes an elegant centerpiece for any special meal. Many recipes call for trussing or tying the turkey breast with netting or kitchen string before roasting. But is this extra step really necessary? Let’s explore the pros and cons of cooking turkey breast with netting so you can decide … Read more
This recipe has been forged in fire and hot oil from years of experience. Please dont take advice on frying a turkey from some weekend warrior whos only done it once. Let me take you through the process so your fried turkey comes out perfect year after year. You won’t have to call the fire … Read more
Thirty five years ago when I was first married, we invited my in-laws over for dinner. DH decided I should roast a turkey. Most of my female friends learned how to cook from their mothers, but I wasn’t interested at the time. I think this was a result of being a Tomboy. Since this was … Read more
As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s time to start planning your big turkey dinner. One question that often comes up is whether you can roast a turkey in a glass baking pan. The short answer is no, you should not roast a turkey in a glass pan. Here’s a more in-depth look at why it’s not recommended … Read more
A holiday spread isn’t complete without the star of the show: the turkey. It doesn’t matter how many other dishes you make. There are a lot of different ways to cook a turkey, whether you want to grill, fry, or roast it like everyone else. The only problem with making this holiday classic is that … Read more
Cooking a moist, flavorful turkey breast can seem intimidating, but it’s actually quite easy with an Instant Pot In just over an hour, you can have delicious, fall-off-the-bone turkey breast ready to serve your family or guests. As an avid home cook and Instant Pot enthusiast, I’m going to share my tried and true method … Read more
You can make a huge turkey if you have a lot of people over and want to serve much food. But theres another option: Cook two smaller birds in the oven at the same time. “If you want something more juicy and tender that will fit in your oven, two birds might be a better … Read more
Learn how to render turkey fat and make turkey cracklings. Clean, natural, whole-food, perfect for using in cooking and baking. Back to the roots. Making tallow from beef, chicken, pork, or turkey fat is easier and better for you than you might think. Rendered fat is a clean, natural substance that has been used for … Read more
This Thai turkey soup recipe is irresistibly flavorful with a creamy coconut curry broth. It’s really easy to make and the tastiest way to use up leftover turkey!. If you like Thai-inspired recipes, try my Easy Thai Shrimp Curry or this Thai Green Curry Soup next. Leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner provides an … Read more
For many of us, Thanksgiving means getting together with family and friends for a big meal. For 50 million households, that means roast turkey. Most people know that the turkeys we eat are tamed versions of the wild turkeys we see or hear in the wild. But this made me wonder about wild turkeys. I … Read more
