Our devoted “Eggspert” Ron Dimpflmaier, aka “Captain Ron,” is a contributing writer for Big Green Egg and Kamado cookers. He demonstrates how to cook an entire turkey in these appliances for perfectly cooked, smoked turkey flavor in the same amount of time as cooking it in your oven. Every home cook in the nation gets … Read more
Ah, Thanksgiving. A time for family, friends, and, of course, a delicious feast. But with all the excitement, one question often arises: is it okay to put stuffing in a turkey? While stuffing a turkey is a classic Thanksgiving tradition, it’s not without its risks. Improperly cooked stuffing can harbor harmful bacteria, leading to foodborne … Read more
Courting disaster is worth it for something this delicious — but safety is of paramount importance. Deep-frying makes everything taste good, including Thanksgiving turkey. However, frying a turkey is a dangerous task that can go horribly wrong, as evidenced by the innumerable YouTube videos featuring flame-engulfed scenes. So here are some tips on how to … Read more
I shared my favorite ground turkey taco recipe the other day, and today I’m sharing a delicious taco bowl that’s ideal for meal prep that uses leftover turkey taco meat! Meal prepping makes my life so much easier throughout the week, especially when it comes to lunches. I usually have a salad for lunch, but … Read more
For Nadya Alborz, who recently won the $25,000 grand prize in the Food Networks “Kids Baking Championship,” the taste of victory is sweeter than it is for most people. The 11-year-olds victory capped off six months of keeping a secret. Following her filming, her classmates at Clayton-Bradley Academy asked her where she had been. The … Read more
What to Mix with Wild Turkey American Honey: Wild Turkey American Honey is a bourbon-based liqueur with a sweet and citrusy flavor profile. While it can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks, it truly shines in cocktails Here are some ideas for mixing Wild Turkey American Honey: Cocktails: Highball: 1 part American Honey, 3 … Read more
Make these Turkey Cream Cheese Rull-Ups right now, and be sure to look through our comprehensive collection of kid-friendly cooking recipes! This recipe is written by me on behalf of our sponsor, Foster Farms®. I have been making these turkey cream cheese roll-ups for several years now. They never made it onto the blog until … Read more
Whether this is your first Thanksgiving meal preparation or you’re an experienced chef, the turkey takes center stage on the table, so it needs to be flawless! Are you ready to tackle the Thanksgiving turkey this year? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, roasting a turkey can be daunting But fear not! This … Read more
It’s difficult for chefs and food writers to agree on whether or not you should tie up your turkey. Some claim that an untrussed bird’s splayed legs cook more quickly because they are exposed to hot air and the skin crisps up more. Some argue that an untrussed turkey’s breasts overcook because the legs aren’t … Read more
For days when cooking for a smaller gathering or when a whole turkey is simply too much food, try these juicy, flavorful, and herb-roasted turkey legs baked in the oven. contains a basic, mildly salted brine that will keep your turkey drumsticks juicy and moist! I considered what the holidays meant to me and the … Read more