Whether you decided to thaw your turkey in the fridge or in a cold water bath, you might find yourself asking "How do I know if the turkey is completely thawed?" This is a critical question because you can cook a frozen turkey and you can cook a thawed turkey, but trying to cook … [Read more...]
Where to put the Thermometer in a Turkey
Knowing where to put the thermometer in your turkey is key to making sure you get an accurate temperature reading. And using a thermometer that is fast and accurate enough for the job is just as important. For cooking a turkey in the oven, make sure you're using a leave-in probe … [Read more...]
How Long to Cook a Turkey
Preparing for your Thanksgiving dinner revolves around time. You need to know when to start cooking the turkey, when to tell your guests to arrive, and when to start cooking side dishes. The need to set a timeline naturally raises the question, "How long will it take to cook my … [Read more...]
How Long Does it Take to Deep Fry a Turkey
Thinking about deep-frying your Thanksgiving turkey this year? Naturally, your next thought might be "How long does it take to deep fry a turkey? Is it faster than cooking in the oven?" We've got the answer for you! To achieve a moist and flavorful turkey, it is important to pay … [Read more...]
Do I Really Need a Thermometer?
As you peruse your cookbook collection or the web looking for recipes or advice on cooking, you may often come across instructions like “cook your chicken until the internal temperature is 165°F,” or “fry the fish in oil preheated to 375°F.” And you might say to yourself “I've … [Read more...]
Roast Chicken on the Smoker with Sauteed Brussels Sprouts: temperatures for success
There are few dishes that are as simple yet impressive as well-roasted chicken. Done right, it is good enough to serve to guests without a lot of fuss to prepare. And a smoke roasted chicken? Well, that's just tasty. Smoked chicken takes a little longer to prepare, but the end … [Read more...]
Game Day Chili-Cheese Fries: Temperatures for the Win!
It’s game time! You’ve gathered your friends, donned the jersey, and are ready for the biggest snack-food event of the year. What are you serving? Chili-Cheese Fries! Aren’t you? You are if you want the undying admiration of your football crew. After some extended work on … [Read more...]
How to Render Beef Tallow
We’ve established that french fries fried in beef tallow are more delicious than those fried in, say, peanut oil. But how does one come by beef tallow? It’s not readily available in stores like it was in our grandparents’ day. Yes, you can buy it online, and if you’re fortunate, … [Read more...]
Beef Temperatures
For consistent results, while cooking beef, it is important to know your target doneness temperatures. We're partial to medium rare ourselves for its flavor and tenderness, but whether you like your beef rare or on the well-done side, use a fast and accurate instant-read … [Read more...]
Game Day Food Ideas + Cooking Temperature Tips
It's the season of game time parties and finger foods, so we've compiled a list of winning food ideas for your game day parties. These mouth-watering recipes include pulled pork nachos, stuffed hamburgers, and competition style pork ribs. As always, we've added the best … [Read more...]
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