How-To
From preparation to presentation, Shady Brook Farms® knows turkey. Below are some how-to’s to help ensure your next meal is a success!
Hosting a Gathering
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How To Carve a Turkey
Ready to take on the centerpiece of your holiday table? Our easy-to-follow instructions will have you carving that delicious, roasted bird like an experienced chef!Read Article -
How to set your Thanksgiving table
Transform your Thanksgiving celebration with our comprehensive guide on how to set the perfect table. From elegant tablescapes to essential decor tips, discover the art of creating a warm and inviting ambiance for your holiday gathering.Read Article -
How to plan your holiday menu
During the holidays, the turkey is the hero. From sides to turkey to dessert, we've got you covered!Read Article -
How to make perfect gravy
This guide to the perfect turkey gravy will have your family asking for more.Read Article
How to Prepare a Whole Turkey
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How To Dry Brine a Turkey
Learn the simple steps to dry brine a turkey with this easy recipe. It’s a deliciously moist and flavorful Thanksgiving centerpiece with the crispy skin thanks to the dry brine process.Read Article -
How to inject a turkey with marinade
One effective way to season your turkey prior to cooking is by injecting it with a marinade. The result is a juicy and flavorful meal! Keep reading to learn more about how to inject a turkey with marinade, and why you should try it.Read Article -
How to make a turkey bone broth
Make the most of your Thanksgiving leftovers with our simple guide on how to craft a hearty turkey bone broth.Read Article -
How to brine turkey
Cooking a whole turkey, especially a large one, takes 2½ to 5 hours. The lean parts of the bird, such as the breasts, often cook within the first hour and end up overcooked before the rest of the bird is ready. Fortunately, there’s a simple way to solve this problem, and that’s brining your turkey before cooking. Brining locks water and salt inside a turkey so that the meat stays moist and tender after it leaves the oven. It also infuses the turkey with loads of flavor, leaving you with juicy, tasty meat.Read Article -
How to stuff a turkey
For optimal safety and uniform doneness, we recommend cooking stuffing separately. However, if stuffing a turkey, please refer to these USDA guidelines.Read Article -
How to prepare and thaw a whole turkey
Nothing beats the taste of farm-to-table turkey. When you buy a frozen turkey you can avoid the last-minute run to the grocery store when you’re preparing to host friends and family. Freezing preserves a turkey’s freshness and delays spoilage. However, before stuffing your frozen turkey and cooking it, you have to prepare and thaw it. If you’ve never worked with a frozen turkey, here’s everything to know about how to prepare a turkey without compromising kitchen safety or messing up your oven or outdoor grill.Read Article
Other Cooking Methods
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How to cook turkey breast in an instant pot or electric pressure cooker
If you haven’t already used an electric pressure cooker to cook turkey breast, it could change your whole approach. Turkey comes out astonishingly juicy and full of flavor. And, since you’ll be adding broth, stock, or water to the pressure cooker, it’s fairly simple to make gravy to go along with your meal.Read Article -
How to spatchcock a bone-in turkey breast
Spatchcock (butterfly or split) involves vertically cutting a turkey breast open and flattening it out. If you do this, your oven or outdoor grill can directly apply heat to every part of the opened meat and cook it faster.Read Article -
How to make turkey breasts in a slow cooker
Are you tired of serving dry turkey breasts? Fortunately, it can be avoided and we are here to show you how.Read Article -
How to deep fry a whole turkey
We recommend following the manufacturer’s directions for preparing the fryer.Read Article -
How to cook bone-in turkey breast
Have you been avoiding cooking turkey breast because you are afraid of serving a dry piece of meat? Put all such fears aside because we are about to show you how to cook a turkey breast and achieve juicy and flavor-packed meat.Read Article -
How to cook turkey in a conventional oven
Master the art of cooking a delicious turkey in a conventional oven with our straightforward guide.Read Article
Air Fryer Tips
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How to cook turkey meatballs in an air fryer
Cooking turkey meatballs in an air fryer is perhaps the most efficient and effective way to get evenly done, juicy, flavorful meatballs. Turkey meatballs can be prepared to your liking, complete with breadcrumbs and sauce.Read Article -
How to cook turkey breast in an air fryer
You can see how well an air fryer takes care of a turkey breast even before you carve it. When you pull it out, the skin will be perfectly crispy, and the seasoning should positively beckon to you. The air fryer locks in moisture when it crisps the outer layer of turkey, so when you start carving your feast, you’ll see how juicy and moist the meat is.Read Article -
How to cook turkey tenderloin in an air fryer
The tenderloin, a boneless, skinless portion of the turkey breast, is one of the most tender parts of a turkey. It’s favored by turkey connoisseurs because it can be cooked in so many different ways. The tenderloin is a staple in a variety of cuisines, which is a testament to its versatility.Read Article -
How to cook turkey burgers in an air fryer
Cooking turkey patties in an air fryer is incredibly simple. You can cook our fresh Honeysuckle White® patties and have a super satisfying meal ready to go in about 20 minutes. Our patties come pre-mixed, pre-formed, and pre-flavored, so you can take them out of the package and put them right in the air fryer.Read Article
Turkey on the Grill
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How to make a stuffed burger
The only thing more delicious than a turkey burger, is a turkey burger stuffed with cheese! Learn how to make this mouth-watering Minneapolis staple by reading the instructions below.Read Article -
How to grill turkey legs
Don’t know how to grill turkey legs? Well you’ve hit the jackpot, because we are here to show you how to grill turkey legs with moist, flavorful meat and crispy skin.Read Article -
How to mop a bone-in turkey breast on the grill
When you grill a bone-in turkey breast, does it end up dry? If so, we have a solution – mopping your bone-in turkey breast on the grill.Read Article -
How to braise turkey sausages on the grill
Grilling turkey sausages over an open flame can leave you with a dry and burnt meal if you’re not careful. If you want better flavor and texture, try braising your turkey sausages! Smoke braising will deliver the flavors of smoked sausages with the juiciness of braised meat.Read Article -
How to smoke a turkey
What’s not to love about smoked turkey? You get tasty and tender meat, and the smoky flavor is just irresistible. Even better, smoked turkey is healthier and has less calories than most other smoked meats, meaning you can indulge without feeling guilty.Read Article -
How to grill turkey
Everything you need to know about how to make moist and tasty grilled turkey is right here, starting with how to prepare your turkey for the grill.Read Article
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