Determining the sex of wild turkeys is an important skill for hunters to avoid mistakenly harvesting hens. While male and female turkeys have some obvious differences, identifying gender can also be subtle and require close observation This guide covers techniques for distinguishing toms from hens in the field Look at Physical Size and Weight The … Read more
Cooking a whole turkey, especially a large one, takes 2½ to 5 hours. The lean parts of the bird, such as the breasts, often cook within the first hour and end up overcooked before the rest of the bird is ready. Fortunately, there’s a simple way to solve this problem, and that’s brining your turkey … Read more
For all the attention your turkey gets on Thanksgiving, you have to assume he may get a little self conscious. Sitting up there, featherless and exposed on the table, hes bound to want to, er, cover up. Thankfully he has turkey booties for when hes feeling a little modest. If youre wondering what the hell … Read more
Turkey breast is a lean, versatile protein that can elevate everything from sandwiches to holiday feasts. While you can find turkey breast at most grocery stores, ordering premium quality turkey breast online offers convenience, variety and access to better quality meat Here’s your guide on the best places to order fresh, frozen, smoked or seasoned … Read more
Enter the total cost of the turkey, and it’s total weight into the calculator to determine the turkey cost per pound. As the holidays approach, many families start planning their festive meals and wondering – how much does a 30 lb turkey cost? This hearty bird is a popular centerpiece for celebrations like Thanksgiving and … Read more
Roasting a turkey can be an intimidating task for many home cooks With its large size and long cooking time, it’s easy to end up with a dry, flavorless bird if you don’t prep it correctly One of the biggest questions surrounding turkey prep is whether or not to salt the bird before roasting. The … Read more
Happy Thanksgiving! This year, be sure to include the giblets! I like to prepare the gravy right into the roasting pan itself. Along with the giblets, I mix in all the tasty browned bits and gelatin off the bottom of the pan. Turkey Pan-Gravy with Giblets is the perfect nutrient-dense sauce for your roast turkey … Read more
How to Roast a Turkey – learn easy techniques to perfectly roast a turkey. Step by step instructions from start to finish. Cooking the perfect juicy and golden brown turkey is the centerpiece of many holiday meals. But one question that often puzzles novice cooks is whether you need to cover the turkey while it’s … Read more
Brining a turkey before roasting is one of the best ways to ensure moist flavorful meat. But there’s a fine line between perfectly brined and overly brined. So how long can you actually brine a turkey before it gets too salty? I’ve brined many turkeys over the years, and through trial and error I’ve learned … Read more
This marrowy turkey bone broth is savory & packed with flavor. Use it for everything from soups, stews, stewed meats, & creamy risottos! Homemade turkey bone broth is the perfect way to use up any veggie scraps you’ve accumulated throughout the week and reduce food waste. Instead of throwing them away, place them in a … Read more