Come Thanksgiving, most families will carve into a golden roast turkey, savoring the tender white breast meat. But not all turkeys are created equal when it comes to color. Wild turkeys have a much different hue compared to the pale birds found in grocery stores. So do wild turkeys really have white meat too? Let’s … Read more
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation is a beloved holiday comedy classic starring Chevy Chase as the disaster-prone Clark Griswold The film follows the Griswold family as they attempt to have the perfect family Christmas, only to have their plans continuously thwarted by mishaps and mayhem One of the most iconic and hilarious scenes in the movie … Read more
Make your Thanksgiving turkey more flavorful than ever with our top turkey tips. In no time, youll know how to season a turkey that guests will crave. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you’re sure to have your menu planned, from the best Thanksgiving sides to perfect pumpkin pies. And, of course, you’ve got the … Read more
Instant Pot Turkey Chili is packed with meat, white beans and veggies. This flavorful meal will quickly become a dinner favorite! Chili is a hearty comforting meal that is perfect for chilly weather. And making chili in an Instant Pot with dry beans results in maximum flavor with minimum effort. The key is using the … Read more
“Just a sandwich? Look, I am 30 years old, Im about to be divorced twice and I just got evicted! That sandwich was the only good thing going on in my life!”—Ross Geller This is a strong statement to make about a sandwich, but once you take a bite of this heavenly beast of a … Read more
Injecting turkey with a flavorful brine is a foolproof way to guarantee moist, delicious meat But some cooks like to cover all their bases by doing a brine soak too. So is it overkill to brine a turkey that’s already been injected? Or does this one-two moisture punch take the bird to new culinary heights? … Read more
The turkey is a large bird native to North America that’s hunted in the wild and raised on farms. Its meat is highly nutritious and a popular protein source consumed around the world. Turkey is rich in nutrients. Two thick slices (84 grams) of turkey contain (1): The nutrients in turkey depend on the cut. … Read more
Spatchcocking, also known as butterflying, a turkey is a great way to get even cooking and delicious, crispy skin. But should you spatchcock before brining or after? In this article, I’ll go over the pros and cons of spatchcocking before brining so you can decide what works best for your holiday turkey What is Spatchcocking? … Read more
Giblets are the inners of chicken and other poultry that are used for flavoring and recipes like giblet gravy. They naturally add a complex, rich, meaty flavor to dishes and extra nutritional benefits. Using giblets also cuts down on waste because you consume the entire bird instead of discarding everything but the fleshy meat. To … Read more
Country Living editors select each product featured. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Why Trust Us? As much as we love Thanksgiving, sometimes the stress and planning (and cooking and cleaning…) can be a lot. And one big responsibility is cooking the Thanksgiving turkey. After all, its the centerpiece of … Read more