Turkeys are large and majestic birds native to North America but found across the world. These birds can be found out in the wild but are nowadays domesticated. Turkeys reproduce by laying eggs that hatch after a certain period. Usually, a female turkey will lay a clutch of 5-15 eggs in each production cycle. But, … Read more
How Many Legs Does a Turkey Have? Debunking the Myth of the 4-Legged Bird With Thanksgiving right around the corner, turkeys are on the mind of many. As we prepare to roast these large, tasty birds, some questions come up. One of the most common myths is that turkeys have four legs instead of two. … Read more
In today’s digital world, it can be all too easy to get distracted by social media, news sites, YouTube, and other distracting websites when you’re trying to stay focused and productive. The Cold Turkey Chrome extension is an incredibly useful tool that blocks the websites and apps that tend to drain your time and attention. … Read more
If you don’t know what to do with all of your Thanksgiving leftovers, try this Leftover Turkey and Cranberry Sauce Salad! It’s tasty and healthy, so no food goes to waste. The last few weeks on THM have been all about Thanksgiving! As I said in my post about cauliflower stuffing, I am a full-fledged … Read more
When it comes to cooking the star of your holiday meal—the turkey—you want to make sure it turns out juicy, flavorful and picture-perfect every time. The secret weapon? Turkey bags. These nifty oven bags allow you to roast your bird without worrying about basting or messy cleanup. Read on to find out the best places … Read more
The turkey wing is an underrated part of the bird that is often overlooked. But these flavorful appendages pack a surprising nutritional punch. Read on to learn all about the calories, protein, fat, and other nutrients found in turkey wings. Turkey Wing Basics Turkey wings come from the section connecting the bird’s body to the … Read more
On Thanksgiving, it’s better to have too much gravy than not enough. You wouldn’t believe how many dry turkeys this stuff has saved (not that your turkey would be dry, since you’re an Epi member). Still, your mashed potatoes want gravy, as does your dressing. You should add gravy to your mac and cheese too. … Read more
Some people consider offals like chicken gizzards and hearts as nasty bits They are usually the “Unwanted”. All these nasty bits including kidney, beef tripe, livers are popular in Asia. My mom cooked them often when we were kids. That’s probably how I got used to this. Gizzards are like the second stomach in many … Read more
I’m focusing in this post on how to easily brine a turkey. Brining is the easiest, best way to ensure moist, flavorful meat in your perfectly cooked turkey. Once you’ve brined it, you are ready to roast, fry, or smoke your moist turkey to perfection. Brining is a game-changing technique that helps turkey stay incredibly … Read more
Come Thanksgiving, a beautifully browned turkey takes center stage on the table. But just as important is the savory stuffing that accompanies it. While boxed stuffing from the store offers convenience nothing beats homemade stuffing made from scratch. For an extra flavor boost consider using the turkey neck in your stuffing recipe. This imparts rich … Read more