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Wishbone Tradition Has a Long History

November 2, 2022 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Eggs & Meat

Once the Thanksgiving meal is over, most families take part in an annual wishbone tradition. Depending on how patient the wishbone breakers are, the bone might be broken that night or in the days following the feast.

Easy Holiday Meal with Roast Turkey

November 2, 2022 · Rita Heikenfeld · Eggs & Meat

Whether an elaborate feast with roast turkey or a simple supper, holidays are a time to remember it’s not just about the food, but who shares it with you.

Raising American Buff Geese for Holiday Dinners

November 2, 2022 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Poultry 101

Our family has always had a taste for something different on the holiday table and the Christmas goose is among one of our favorites.

Simple Turkey Brine Techniques

November 2, 2022 · Marissa Ames · Eggs & Meat

We love our turkey dinners, especially toward the end of the year, but we’ve all suffered from dry, tasteless white meat that must be smothered in gravy to be palatable.

Over-Stuffed, Fold-Over Omelet

October 26, 2022 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Eggs & Meat, Recipes

Breakfast, lunch, or supper, this is a yummy and nutritious meal. This is my version of an omelet, or more accurately: an over-stuffed, fold-over omelet meant to feed growing kids and hungry folks alike.

Delightful Chicken Dumplings Recipe From Scratch

October 26, 2022 · Rita Heikenfeld · Eggs & Meat, Recipes

Make chicken dumplings recipes from scratch for delightful homemade drop dumplings, rolled dumplings, or spaetzle dumplings for chicken soup or stew.

Egg Facts and Egg Dishes Around the World

October 26, 2022 · Marissa Ames · Eggs & Meat, Recipes

Try egg dishes around the world for healthy, delicious, full of protein, economical, and easy-to-prepare food while learning a few egg facts.

Chicken Paprikash with Dumplings

October 26, 2022 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Eggs & Meat, Recipes

This chicken paprikash with dumplings recipe is easy yet full of comfort food flavor.

Meet the Top 15 Best Brown Egg Layers

October 24, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Chickens 101, Eggs & Meat

Brown egg laying hens consistently appear on best egg layer lists and can be the backbone of a productive backyard flock, many laying more than 200 eggs per year.