The “fun” now begins. It’s time to butcher your turkey for its 8- to 10-plus pounds of meat. That means salvaging the legs, thighs and breast meat, which are all incredibly delicious. All deer hunters field dress their deer’s carcass, which means removing its organs and other entrails. That work helps preserve the meat, cool … Read more
Turkey season in Michigan runs from mid-April through early June. Spring turkey hunting offers a great chance to not only pursue turkeys, but to see Michigan green-up and enjoy the warming weather. For many hunters in Michigan, spring turkey hunting is a beloved tradition It offers the chance to be out in the warming spring … Read more
Cook thoroughly to: 165.0 degrees F for safety. See cooking instructions on the back panel. Breast meat: Prepare. 1. Remove dear plastic netting and wrapper. 2. Refrigerate gravy packet until ready to use. If cooking from frozen, place roast on microwave-safe plate and heat in microwave on high 2 minutes or until gravy packet can … Read more
With November almost here (but how?), I imagine many soon-to-be Thanksgiving hosts across the country are digging out their recipe files, drafting their menus, making monstrous grocery lists, and crafting their game-day plans. One of the most pressing questions is “what can I make ahead for Thanksgiving?” Sure, you can shop for non-perishable pantry goods … Read more
I have a small turkey breast I want to cook in the air fryer. The turkey breast is in a cooking bag. Do I need to take it out of the bag to cook it? Can the turkey breast be cooked from frozen or do I need to thaw it first? Yes You Can Cook … Read more
Ground turkey is a popular lean meat that can be substituted for ground beef in many recipes It’s healthy, versatile, and budget-friendly Many cooks keep packages of ground turkey in the freezer so it’s ready whenever a recipe calls for it. But before you can cook frozen ground turkey, you need to properly thaw it. … Read more
When it comes to exceptionally flavorful, humanely-raised turkeys, Mary’s Turkeys is the gold standard. Their heritage turkeys, based on antique turkey breeds, are prized for their superior taste and texture If you want the best turkey for your next holiday meal or celebration, here’s how and where to get your hands on a delicious Mary’s … Read more
When it comes to premium turkeys with exceptional flavor and humane raising practices Jaindl Farms is a top choice. For over 50 years the Jaindl family has been producing succulent, high-quality turkeys on their Pennsylvania farm. If you want the best turkey for your next special meal, here is everything you need to know about … Read more
Note: This post is a part of GrillGirls Big Green Egg Series, a deep dive into the popular Kamado style grill and all that it offers. Follow along on this adventure if you have ever been curious about getting an Egg or want to better understand how to get the most out of your Egg. … Read more
A properly cooked turkey with all the trimmings is a true sight to behold. The star of any Thanksgiving feast. Unfortunately, cooking a 15lb thunder chicken takes up a lot of kitchen real estate, leaving precious little room in the oven for anything else. Smoking your turkey frees up your oven for the rest of … Read more