BN: How are we cooking our turkeys?

Laura

Nov 23, 2022

Was on a call with some of the team including @bdawson24 this morning.

Ben's our resident grillmaster at Bronco Basecamps, and I've heard some of you get into quite the discussion with him on the best way to cook meats. It sparked some curiosity: How are we cooking tomorrow? And for our Canadian friends, what did you do last month?

Personally, I just show up 🍗

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Nov 23, 2022

#40

Garemlin
Had deep fried turkey last year for the first time last year. Wasn't impressed either.

I’ve heard this before. Also it can cause fires. What were your thoughts?

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Xpathf1nderX, BuckYeah

Nov 24, 2022

#41

Mikes2021Bronco
I call that a win!! 🙂 I've recommended this option many times, I get over ruled. 🙄

If yall were closer, you'd be welcome at our table!! Enjoy your dinner, and hopefully a great ride in the Bronco. Happy Thanksgiving!!

Thanks and that offer is much appreciated.

Mikes2021Bronco, Xpathf1nderX

Nov 24, 2022

#42

I am trying my first spatchcock turkey on the pellet grill. Did dry brine, added cherry salt to the kosher salt, and using cherry pellets...and my wife is cooking her 8th generation German chicken and dumplings with my mother's cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, other assorted side dishes, and pumpkin pie.
My son, his wife, and my first grand daughter will be here, my other son and his fiance are meeting her family and will be home this weekend.
Went to Chickasaw Oklahoma and got my picture with the 50ft leg lamp.
Happy Thanksgiving!

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Nov 24, 2022

#43

bdawson24
I’ve heard this before. Also it can cause fires. What were your thoughts?

Lots of things can cause fires. It is not for everyone to attempt. I have been frying them for years, sometimes up to 24 in a day. My wife does not like them cooked any other way.
We have plenty of stuff to run through the oven. I like to hang out by the fryer and have a couple of cold ones......

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Nov 24, 2022

#44

Xpathf1nderX
I am trying my first spatchcock turkey on the pellet grill. Did dry brine, added cherry salt to the kosher salt, and using cherry pellets...and my wife is cooking her 8th generation German chicken and dumplings with my mother's cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, other assorted side dishes, and pumpkin pie.
My son, his wife, and my first grand daughter will be here, my other son and his fiance are meeting her family and will be home this weekend.
Went to Chickasaw Oklahoma and got my picture with the 50ft leg lamp.
Happy Thanksgiving!

That all sounds amazing. Let us know how you liked your turkey.
BTW- great picture!

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Nov 24, 2022

#45

Xpathf1nderX
I am trying my first spatchcock turkey on the pellet grill. Did dry brine, added cherry salt to the kosher salt, and using cherry pellets...and my wife is cooking her 8th generation German chicken and dumplings with my mother's cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, other assorted side dishes, and pumpkin pie.
My son, his wife, and my first grand daughter will be here, my other son and his fiance are meeting her family and will be home this weekend.
Went to Chickasaw Oklahoma and got my picture with the 50ft leg lamp.
Happy Thanksgiving!

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Nov 24, 2022

#46

I'm also going to spatchcock Tom and smoke him with apple wood. I ended up quarter Tom and deboning the breasts. Tom never tasted soooo good!

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Nov 24, 2022

#47

bdawson24
Laura, thank you for bringing up this important topic.

I plan to smoke my 22 lb turkey at 275 for around 11 hours or so. I am using cherry wood as my wood of choice and using the Big Green Egg as the method of smoking. I have been doing this for many years and it has always turned out fantastic and a major hit at Thanksgiving (and other special events).

It’s especially great for those who have not tasted real smoked meats. So far, those people have always been amazed.

Keep in mind, it’s not me, it’s the equipment that is being used and the directions that are followed. (Yes, as a guy I do follow the instructions. LOL)

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!!!!

Ben, you make the hot dogs and hamburgers at events taste like we're not eating them in a dusty cow pasture. I think you're not giving yourself enough credit 😂

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Nov 24, 2022

#48

Garemlin
Not cooking. It's just the three of us so we go out to dinner. No sense of cooking a big meal for two adults and a toddler.

This is what we will be having.

Chesapeake City I am very familiar with. Have eaten there before...

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Xpathf1nderX

Nov 24, 2022

#49

Deep fry 15lb bird #1
-drop the sucker in the juice..slowly lol

Convection bake 20lb bird #2
-separate skin from meat
-sage leaves under skin
-pat it dry
-then work the surface warm stick butter
-coat it with 1 layer of mayo
-season with garlic/salt/pepper/paprika/onion powder
-bake @ 350 temp for 4-5hrs

DONT FORGET THE SIDES using 50yr old recipes:
-s.w. cheesy potatoes
-green bean cass
-sweet potatoe souffle with marshmello
-deviled eggs
-stuffing
-apple salad (waldorf salad)
-crouisant
-homeade mac n cheese
-5hr prep & cook over here just on sides...wife hates me haha. She loves it. The family too.

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Nov 24, 2022

#50

Brined and in the smoker! Sides will include smoked deviled eggs and smoked olives for an appetizer .

Nov 25, 2022

#51

Ye olde SMOKE n’ TOKE

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Nov 25, 2022

#52

BUUUUURPP ,,,,,,,,, UUUUUUUUUGHH ...................... PIE !!!!!!

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Nov 30, 2022

#53

Laura
Ben, you make the hot dogs and hamburgers at events taste like we're not eating them in a dusty cow pasture. I think you're not giving yourself enough credit 😂

I guess the bar isn't very high then. lol

This was one of the turkey's from Thanksgiving.

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Laura, Mikes2021Bronco

Jul 26, 2024

#54

I saw your post while looking for something myself. When it comes to cooking turkeys, I'm all about that juicy, flavorful goodness. I usually use the classic roasting method, but I love experimenting a bit, too! Last year, I tried bringing the turkey overnight, and it made such a difference—it was so juicy and tender!I've also been thinking about trying a smoked turkey this year. I've heard it adds such a unique flavor. If you're interested in exploring different cooking methods, I found this excellent site called https://cookscrafter.com/ , which has many tips and recipes. They break it down step by step, which is super helpful.

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