Ruffle Feathers At Thanksgiving This Year With These 5 Exciting Turkey Recipes
Let’s get plucky this year! Turkey is great on its own; after all, it is an American tradition. We think tradition is great, but let’s shake it up this year! We compiled a list of the five most exciting turkey recipes we could find for your Thanksgiving celebration this year and suggested Boston Winery wine to go with them. Meet your new favorite Thanksgiving birds!
Turducken
Fatty and fantastic!
Are you feeling ambitious this Thanksgiving? Introducing the Turducken; a turkey stuffed with duck, stuffed with chicken, with delicious stuffing in between the layers - that’s a mouthful! If you’re thinking of walking on the wild side this year, we recommend this “One Big Bird” recipe by Alpine Steakhouse.
Pair this big bird with our 2016 Boston Winery Pinot Noir. This red is generally paired with duck because the cherry notes complement the bird, but the lightness of the pinot noir is also perfect for the combination of birds you have in this turkey—a versatile wine for an all-inclusive bird.
2. Cajun Deep-Fried Turkey
Royally rich!
Everything tastes better when it’s fried, and what’s more American than a deep-fried turkey? Try out this Cajun Deep-Fried Turkey! This spicy, crispy bird is not only delicious but takes less time to cook than the traditional oven-roasted turkey.
Pair this off-beat turkey with our 2017 Zinfandel. This red is perfect for spicy flavors, and its jammy, berry notes will balance the richness of the fried turkey.
3. Bacon-Wrapped Turkey
Salty and savory!
If you enjoy creating art with your food, then this intricate Bacon-Wrapped Turkey is for you! Weave the strips of bacon around the seasoned turkey and roast in the oven as you would normally. Your company will be sure to feast their eyes on this masterpiece but be sure to take a picture because everyone loves bacon, and it’ll be gone fast!
Pair this turkey with our Midnight Barbera. Barbera is low in tannin and high in acidity, so it plays nicely with meaty dishes. Cheers to bacon and wine!
4. Smoked Turkey
Splendidly smokey!
If you own a smoker, then you shine at family gatherings! People know that they’re going to enjoy a flavorful at your Thanksgiving dinner, and you don’t disappoint! First time smoking your turkey? Check out this recipe!
When you smoke your turkey this year, don’t forget to serve our 2017 Petit Syrah. This wine has a unique spiciness and jammy black current quality that stands up to the distinct flavor of smoke.
5. Beer-Can Turkey
Tangy and tasty!
People love to cook with wine, but we say savor it in your glass and cook with beer instead! This year make a statement with a Beer-Can Turkey; this recipe uses the can as a stand to make a statement while infusing the turkey with a delicious amber beer.
Pair this inventive recipe with our 2016 Chardonnay! Our steel-barreled chardonnay is crisp and refreshing, just like the flavors of this tangy bird.
Don’t forget dessert!
When you shop for your Thanksgiving 6-pack this year to go with your new turkey recipe, don’t forget that when you pre-order your wine this year, you’ll receive a complimentary pumpkin pie from Konditor Meister Bakery!
