I use a double layer of aluminum foil, 1 stick of butter, and 1/4 cup chicken broth for each breast. It’s also a good idea to place a wired meat probe in the breast for monitoring internal temperature. Place the wrapped turkey breasts back on the pit and continue to cook until the...
The small poultry farmers need to obtain a state license to butcher their poultry, and bypass the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) inspection as stipulated in the federal exemption. However, growers are given a cheaper option by creating...
Of course, if you don't know how to break the chicken down, all this is not too useful. That's where this guide comes in to show you how to butcher a chicken into four or eight pieces. Just follow the instructions, and you'll be breaking down birds like the pros. Shopping for an...
Chicken broth is a fantastic ingredient to have on hand for many recipes. When I discovered how easy it was to make with just chicken bones and vegetables, and how much money it saved me to make it homemade, I never turned back. Here’s why I make chicken broth myself: It prevents ...
If you haven’t heard of cutting them in half, you can often ask a butcher to cut a turkey in half and wrap the two halves separately. Normally, each half would be closer to the size of a chicken, so you can serve it in place of chicken for any normal size meal. We have a sta...
Hamburger Helper comes in a wide variety of flavors, but for this recipe we’re keeping it classic with the original cheeseburgermacaroni. This one is a whole ‘nother level; handmade cavatelli pasta, freshlyground beefstraight from the butcher’s block, decadent sour cream, and you can't for...
If you're lucky, the picanha steaks will be pre-cut; otherwise, you can ask the butcher to cut the rump cap or take it home and do it yourself. If you prefer the latter, make sure to use a sharp knife and clean cutting board to slice your steaks into about 2" pieces. Always ...
A perfectly roasted chicken with an irresistible aroma has always been the highlight of any gathering. Chefs Lanshu Chen and Raymond Fang of Le Côté LM share ...
***Warning: This is a pretty graphic post about how to butcher a chicken, complete with pictures and lots of description. My intent is to help people who are preparing to butcher their first bird.*** On a recent Sunday morning, a local Eugene friend invi
—tying the drumsticks together with butcher’s twine or string helps it cook more evenly. string may also be used to secure the wing tips in place to keep them from burning. after roasting (but before carving), cut off and discard the string, using the blade of the knife or kitchen ...