Are you cooking for a small crowd, or do you and your family and guests prefer white meat turkey? Consider a roast turkey breast instead of messing with a whole turkey. Not only are oven space and roasting time cut by at least half, there is a huge reduction in the hassle of carving and […]
Best Thanksgiving Turkey Brine
You may find yourself celebrating Thanksgiving a little differently this year, and that may include cooking a smaller bird for a more intimate group This brine recipe is perfect for a 12#-15# turkey The aromatics and citrus deliver deep flavors and aromas I have formulated many incarnations of brines, and this is my absolute favorite […]
Thanksgiving Sides to Wake Up Your Plate
Most Thanksgiving dishes are soft, brown, fat laden, and sweet. Think: Buttery mashed potatoes, green bean casserole with mushroom soup and fried onions, sweet potatoes with maple syrup and marshmallows, decadent mac and cheese, and of course, stuffing loaded with oily sausage, covered in gravy. Wake up your plate by balancing your Thanksgiving meal with […]