Keep frozen. Cook thoroughly to 165.0 degrees F for safety. Preparing your butterball turkey breast: Thaw: Refrigerator: Thaw turkey breast in unopened wrapper, on a tray, in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 days. Do not thaw at room temperature. Quick thaw – cold water: Place unopened turkey breast in sink filled with cold tap … Read more
The Magical Turkey Wishbone: Uncovering the History and Tradition of This Lucky Charm As Thanksgiving approaches, families across America eagerly anticipate the iconic turkey dinner, complete with all the fixings. But there is one particular part of the turkey that holds special meaning – the wishbone. This peculiar forked bone is shrouded in tradition and … Read more
Making gravy from turkey drippings is one of the best ways to use up the tasty browned bits leftover from roasting a turkey This flavorful gravy is the perfect accompaniment to your Thanksgiving turkey or any roasted bird. With just a few simple ingredients like flour, broth and seasonings, you can transform drippings into a … Read more
This is the best turkey injection recipe when you want to use your grill or smoker to make a whole turkey. By injecting a poultry marinade into your holiday turkey (or any meal!), you will end up with a tender and moist turkey that is full of flavor! This recipe has a hint of sweetness … Read more
Are you tired of serving dry turkey breasts? Fortunately, it can be avoided and we are here to show you how. Turkey breast meat is thick yet super lean (minimal fat). Due to the thickness, turkey breasts typically need about two hours to cook all the way through. If you cooked fatty meat for that … Read more
My Turkey Tenderloin recipe is a delicious and easy dinner idea. This perfect turkey breast tenderloin rests in the best marinade, and then bakes up for a simple, healthy, delicious dinner. I have such a delicious dinner recipe for you today that requires so little hands on time. Marinating meat and baking it before dinner … Read more
Whether it’s your first go at cooking Thanksgiving dinner or you’re a seasoned pro, the turkey takes center stage on the table, so it must come out perfect! Cooking a whole turkey can seem intimidating, but Southern cooks have long held a secret weapon for roasting flawless holiday birds – the humble brown paper bag. … Read more
Veteran turkey caller and accomplished hunter Mike Hanback gives us some helpful tips for turkey calling. Since the mouth call is not affected by moisture—to the contrary, saliva on the reeds enhances its sound—the call is the best choice for rainy-day gobblers. Mouth calls have been around for 150 years. Early diaphragms were big and … Read more
Boston Market is a popular fast-casual restaurant chain known for its rotisserie chicken and classic sides. However, there has been some controversy around whether Boston Market’s turkey offerings are overly processed. In this comprehensive article, we’ll examine the concerns, look at Boston Market’s preparation methods, and provide tips for consumers looking for less processed options … Read more
Lucky you, with leftover cooked turkey! That means you made sure to have enough for everyone to have a great meal (and hopefully some next-day sandwiches) and STILL had extra. Smart. I always plan to make a larger turkey than necessary. There are so many recipes to make with leftover cooked turkey, from split pea … Read more