Where do I even start with this one? Unexpected. Inspiring. Innovative. This recipe is all these things – and turkey needs to be this way, believe me. Yes, turkey is Thanksgiving. And yes, turkey makes the best deli sandwiches. But turkey can be – and is – so much more, as hopefully you’ve seen in […] Read more…
Turkey Tuesday: Who’s Up for Turkey Chili?
Happy Turkey Tuesday, friends! I am well aware there are about a bazillion and one recipes for chili out there, but what’s one more, especially if it’s turkey chili, right? This week, I tried a new turkey chili recipe shared by a blogger I really enjoy at A Lovely Living. I loved how it was jam-packed […] Read more…
Mom’s Famous Spaghetti and Meatballs
My Mom is famous for her homemade spaghetti and meatballs. Or at least, we think she should be famous for her spaghetti and meatballs. Legend has it this recipe was the very first meal she cooked for my dad while they were dating, and he has been smitten ever since. Truth! I know this recipe […] Read more…
Spicy Turkey Sloppy Joes
Spicy turkey sloppy joes or spicy turkey barbecues? Which team are you on? I say barbecues more – but then I’ll slip in a sloppy joe reference for no reason, so I guess I’m conflicted. 😉 I’m not conflicted on how delicious and flavorful this particular recipe from Jennie-O Turkey is, though. I made a […] Read more…
Turkey Tortilla Soup
Turkey leftovers (for use in Turkey Tortilla Soup)! I’m just going to leave those two lovely words right there for you. It’s Thanksgiving week and I can’t wait for the big day! This year, the holiday takes on special meaning for Minnesota’s turkey farmers, who experienced a horrific avian influenza outbreak last spring, and […] Read more…
Roasting a Turkey in a Bag
I’ve worked a good long time for Minnesota’s turkey farmers (20 years!), and over those years I’ve learned about roasting a whole turkey from some of the best. I’ve brined, I’ve deep fried, I’ve basted. It seems I’ve tried most methods except for smoking, and I really don’t think I’ve ever had a total fail. […] Read more…
Turkey Ham and Cheesy Potato Hotdish
I have said this before and it bears repeating: I am the queen of comfort food. (This is why Turkey Ham and Cheesy Potato Hotdish is calling my name.) I love bread, pasta, cheese, potatoes, creamy soups, chili, and the venerable hotdish (also known as casserole if you live outside of Minnesota). And turkey, of […] Read more…
Best Ever Turkey Meatloaf
Honest truth – I was thinking I wouldn’t have time to do a Turkey Tuesday post this week. I wasn’t prepared, I didn’t have a recipe in mind, I wasn’t even sure I had ingredients on hand. (And certainly creating the Best Ever Turkey Meatloaf wasn’t in the cards.) In other words, welcome to Monday […] Read more…