Turkey

Most experts agree that a hen turkey is better than a tom, but it is probably a matter of personal preference. Hens are generally smaller… Read More »Which Is Better A Tom Turkey Or A Hen Turkey?

Which Turkey to Buy DO: Look for a Natural or Organic frozen turkey, ideally one that was “pastured”—allowed to roam outside. DON’T: Buy a “basted,”… Read More »What Is The Best Type Of Turkey To Buy?

A baby male turkey, or a ​poult​, becomes a ​jake​ at about one year of age. Once he reaches two years old, he is known… Read More »How Long Does It Take A Turkey To Become A Tom?

Here is the word for turkey in the languages of several eastern tribes: Powhatan (Virginia): monanow ; Delaware: tshikenum ; Algonkian (Long Island): nahiam ;… Read More »What Do Native Americans Call Turkeys?

Wild Turkey Its handsome dark and densely feathered body is topped by a bare neck. And there, dangling from the chin, is a wrinkly mass… Read More »What Is The Thing Called On A Male Turkey?

The sex designation of “hen” (female) or “tom” (male) turkey is optional on the label, and is an indication of size. Toms are larger but… Read More »Are Turkeys Toms?

A gobbler or tom turkey is a mature male bird. There will be shifts in physical appearance and behavior as they get older, but a… Read More »What Kind Of Turkey Is A Tom?

TO REHEAT COOKED TURKEY BREAST AFTER REFRIGERATION Preheat oven to 325*. 2. Place the Turkey Breast in a shallow pan with a small amount of… Read More »What Temperature Do You Reheat A Turkey Breast?

Onions and Other Alliums Onions, shallots and garlic serve as the foundation of many of our favorite meals, so be sure to include them on… Read More »Should I Put An Onion In My Turkey?

In addition to gravy, you can also brush the carved turkey with a little warmed chicken stock or broth to add moisture. Melted unsalted butter… Read More »What To Put On Turkey To Make It Less Dry?