Tips for deep frying a turkey

September 26th, 2007, 3:34 pm

I just love this delicacy during a cook out or tailgate party! 

Here are a few tips that will help you out on your deep frying adventure. 

  • Always make sure the turkey is completely thawed.
  • Clean the turkey in same manner as for roasting.
  • Do not stuff.
  • Rub dry seasoning inside and out when using dry or inject liquid seasoning.
  • Determine how much oil to use by following this little tip.
    • Fill pot with water. 
    • Lower turkey into water.  (The water should cover turkey without spilling over-adjust accordingly.)
    • Remove turkey and measure water.
    • Discard water and fill pot with oil.  
  • Heat oil to at least 310 degrees, before adding turkey.
  • Be careful of oil splattering when lowering turkey into hot oil.

Cooking time table:

  • Skinless turkey
    • 3 minutes per pound  
  • Turkey with skin
    • 3  ½ minutes per pound

Let turkey set for 20 min before carving.

Now enjoy! fryer.jpg

If you are looking for a Turkey Fryer, Bass Pro Shop has some great ones.  You can go to Basspro.com to order yours today!

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College Football Day!

September 22nd, 2007, 1:15 pm

GO PENN STATE!!!

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Penn State is playing Michigan today and I have to miss the game.  My son is playing his own football game today. 

I am a born and raised Michigan girl who converted to a Penn State fan when I moved to Pennsylvania about 6 years ago.  This game is the toughest game for me to watch.  I have an internal fight inside, but alway scream for Penn State!

Tailgate Tip of the Day:

Check out Penn States tailgating tips here. 

 

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Having a Tailgate Party?

September 9th, 2007, 2:41 pm

Here is a tip to keep those burgers, brats, and dogs hot! 

When grilling for a large number of people, have you ever had a problem keeping hamburgers, brats or hot dogs hot and moist?  Here is a little tip that my mom told me.

What you will need:

  • 2 cans beer
  • 1 stick oleo
  • 3 chicken boullion cubes
  • 2 large onions sliced

Mix all ingredients in a large roaster, heat over medium heat.  Add your burgers, brats or hot dogs as they get done.

This will keep all of your meat hot and moist.       

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May 1st, 2007, 11:26 pm

Nascar Tailgate Party

The race is over, the tire dust has settled, and it is time to leave the race track.  Now what?  Traffic is backed up for what seems to be forever, so why not have a party? 

Planning a tailgate party isn’t as easy as it seems.  Here are a few Tailgate Party Planning Tips:

  • Bring a grill
    • Don’t forget charcoal and charcoal fluid
    • Don’t forget the lighter
    • Remember to bring a large jug of water to put out the hot coals when you get ready to leave.
  • Make sure you have a lot of ice!!!
    • You will need ice to keep your food cold while you are watching the race.
    • You will need ice to keep drinks cold.
    • You will need ice to put in drinks.
  • Keep cold foods cold!
    • This is very important.  You don’t want your guests to leave with food poisoning.
  • Bring extra ziploc bags, tin foil or containers to bring home the left overs

Check back ofter for more tips for Tailgate Party ideas and tips…  I will be posting recipes, lists, etc.

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