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 the perfect turkey can be intimidating, especially on Thanksgiving when all eyes are on you. Undercook it and you risk giving your family food poisoning. Overcook … Read more
Stuffing on Thanksgiving. There are a lot of big choices to make. The varieties of stuffing to prepare are seemingly endless. But the first, most important choice to make is whether you will make it from scratch or from a pre-packaged mix. This was the most difficult choice to make for this series, but I … Read more
Can You Hunt Turkey with a Bow? Hunting wild turkey with archery equipment has become increasingly popular in recent years. While shooting a turkey with a shotgun may seem easier, bowhunting turkey offers unique challenges and rewards. In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know about hunting turkey with a bow. Is It … Read more
As the holidays roll around, many of us look forward to cooking and eating that perfect roasted turkey But after spending hours preparing your bird, it may seem wasteful when all those flavorful turkey juices and drippings are left behind in the pan. Well I have good news! You can actually save turkey drippings and … Read more
Cooking a turkey on a Traeger wood pellet grill results in incredibly moist, tender and flavorful meat with a crispy, smoky skin. While cooking a turkey in a traditional oven can dry out the meat the indirect heat and wood smoke flavor from the Traeger seals in the juices. Follow this step-by-step guide for turkey … Read more
Its never too early to start planning your Thanksgiving menu. After all, the holiday has a way of sneaking up on you—and if you dont get a head-start on your Thanksgiving turkey, you may be too late. (Gasp!) But dont worry, all you need to know is when to buy your Thanksgiving turkey and youll … Read more
An easy Turkey Stuffing recipe with sage, thyme and rosemary that you will want on your table this year and every year for Thanksgiving! When it comes to Thanksgiving, it simply would not be complete without the turkey stuffing (or dressing!) on the table. Whether it’s stuffed inside of the turkey or baked in the … Read more
Making dinner has never been so easy! Reynolds Kitchens® Oven Bags create simple, one-pan meals that help you cook tasty, juicy meats, vegetables, and sides with effortless cleanup. Cooking turkey legs in an oven bag is a great way to ensure they come out incredibly moist tender and full of flavor. But knowing exactly how … Read more
Springtime in Montana is such a wonderful welcomed time, especially after a long cold winter. There’s nothing like a spring in the west when there is warmth in the air, the birds are chirping, and everything- I mean everything, is green. The daylight is longer, the air warmer and it’s the transition between winter and … Read more
Smoking-Meat.com is supported by its readers. We may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you if you buy through a link on this page. Welcome to this edition of the Smoking Meat Newsletter where we will be discussing how to smoke turkey legs. Every year I see these at the local fair … Read more