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So, you’ve got a shiny new convection oven, and Thanksgiving is just around the corner. You’re excited about the prospect of a perfectly browned, juicy turkey, but you’re also a little nervous. After all, this fancy appliance seems like a whole different beast compared to your trusty old conventional oven. Fear not, fellow turkey enthusiasts! … Read more

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Before Thanksgiving, if you were considering getting an electric carving knife, you might want to give it another thought. The electric knife’s vibrating serrated blades quickly cut through juicy turkey breasts, but that’s about the only thing they can do. At the end of the evening, an electric knife becomes just another item you need … Read more

Ah, dark meat turkey. Often overshadowed by its white meat counterpart, dark meat boasts a richer flavor, juicier texture, and a delightful depth that elevates any meal. But achieving perfectly cooked dark meat turkey can be a culinary challenge, as it requires a different approach than its white meat sibling. Fear not, fellow turkey enthusiasts! … Read more

How to cook a turkey? Don’t waste your time with other posts. Here’s the plain truth: The secret to perfect turkey is proper control of turkey temperature. And that’s our jam. Use whatever recipe you like—deep-fry it, smoke it, roast it, whatever. But neglect these fundamental principles at your own peril!. Turkey Doneness Temp: 157°F … Read more

The wild turkey is an amazing bird with raptor-like feet, a coarse, dangling beard on its chest, and a gobble that can challenge anything, even car alarms. Even though some attention has already been paid to some of these, none of them may be as fascinating as the bird’s infamously ugly head’s constantly shifting color. … Read more

Get ready to wow your guests with a perfectly roasted turkey this holiday season! This guide will walk you through the simple yet effective technique of putting butter under turkey skin, resulting in a juicy, flavorful bird that’s sure to be the star of the show. Why Put Butter Under Turkey Skin? This simple trick … Read more

Most of us look forward to taking the turkey out of the oven to enjoy its delicious aromas and crispy golden-brown skin after all of the work and time that goes into cooking one. And everyone wants to be sure to save the leftovers (there always are some) for turkey soup. How can you be … Read more

Turkey is the centerpiece of many a Thanksgiving spread. All that crackly skin encasing juicy meat, just waiting for carving (and eating!). However, how disappointing is it to spend all that time brining, trussing, roasting, and defrosting a 20-pound bird only to have it come out dry and stringy? Here are five ways to maintain … Read more

Turkey gizzards, those often-overlooked parts of the turkey, are a culinary treasure waiting to be discovered. These flavorful and versatile morsels can be transformed into a variety of delicious dishes, from hearty stews to crispy fried delights. But where can you find these culinary gems? Your Local Butcher Shop: A Treasure Trove of Turkey Gizzards … Read more