Healthy Main Dishes: Turkey Roasting, Seafood & Keto Entrees

Mastering main dishes requires techniques for moisture retention, safe reheating of seafood, and adapting recipes for Keto or low-sodium dietary needs.

Homemade Turkey Burger on a Bun

How to Cook a Turkey Burger on the Stove

If you're primed for a juicy turkey burger, don't let a lack of a barbecue or a grill deter you. Turkey burgers cooked in the oven or in a skillet on the stove top are just as good.

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chicken thighs

How to Reheat Chicken Without Drying It Out

Freshly cooked chicken is moist and delicious, but after reheating, that crispy, succulent chicken often becomes tough, dry and flavorless. Proper reheating in the oven or microwave retains the flavor and texture of the chicken.

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frying pan

How to Cook Goat Meat in the Oven

Goat meat lends itself to simple oven cooking, including dry techniques such as roasting. You can also braise meat that is less than tender or broil thinner cuts such as steaks or chops. Goat meat is enjoyed by diners in the United States and around the world.

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Rib eye steak

How to Cook a Rib-eye Steak on the Griddle

Rib-eye is a primo steak, equally prized in home kitchens and upscale steakhouses. Cut from the tender area between the chuck and the short loin, rib-eye is meaty and rich in flavor, with just enough white marbling for juicy, mouthwatering goodness. Rib-eye isn't a budget meat, but it's worth every penny.

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Tri-tip on a platter

How to Cook Beef Loin Tri-Tip Steaks in the Oven

Beef loin tri-tip steak, also known as triangle steak, is cut from the sirloin region of the beef. Tri-tip steak is generally lean, tender and reasonably priced. Because the steak is relatively moist, it is a good candidate for oven broiling.

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Venison served with cranberry sauce on white plate

How to Cook Deer Meat Steaks on Top of a Stove

Whether you hunt your own deer or purchase steaks at the supermarket, venison is naturally low in fat and calories and high in protein, vitamins and minerals. Panfrying is an effective way to cook tender venison steaks. Fry venison quickly over high heat and take care not to overcook it.

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How to Cook Beef Shoulder in an Oven

A beef-shoulder roast is an inexpensive roast cut from the muscled shoulder area of the beef. The tough, slightly chewy shoulder roast dries out easily but benefits from moist-cooking methods such as braising, which tenderizes the roast as it simmers slowly in liquid.

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How to Cook Chicken Breast Wrapped in Bacon in the Oven

Succulent chicken breasts wrapped in savory bacon aren't the best choice for calorie-conscious diners or those trying to limit their fat intake, but it's just the thing if you're willing to allow yourself an occasional decadent treat.

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Rinderhüftsteak

How to Cook a Sirloin Tip Roast in a Roaster Bag

Sirloin tip roast, located next to the tender sirloin area of the beef, is a juicy, flavorful cut of meat. While sirloin tip roast is tender enough for dry-roasting, it becomes even juicier when roasted in an oven bag. Sirloin tip roast is also known as round tip roast or tip sirloin roast.

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How to Cook Turkey Links on the Stove

If you enjoy the savory flavor of link sausage but you're concerned about the fat and calorie content of pork, consider a switch to turkey link sausage. Three fresh pork link sausages contain approximately 165 calories and 15 grams of fat, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Nutrient Database.

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Does Meat Need to Be Thawed Before Cooking?

If you're in a hurry or you forgot to thaw meat ahead of time, it's safe to cook meat directly from the freezer. Allow extra time because cooking time might be up to 50 percent longer or about 10 to 20 more minutes for each 1 lb. of meat.

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The Best Way to Cook Filet Mignon Indoors

Filet mignon, the most tender beef cut of all, is an expensive cut of meat often reserved for special occasions. A lean steak measuring up to 2 inches thick, filet mignon comes from the tenderloin of the beef, located between the sirloin area and the ribs.

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Roast beef on the Christmas table

What to Do With Tough Leftover Roast Beef?

Inexpensive cuts of beef roast are easy on the budget and are often rich and flavorful. Nutritionally, inexpensive beef roasts are every bit as beneficial as expensive cuts. However, because the roasts come from lean, muscled areas of the animal, the meat can be tough and stringy.

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fajita, tortilla wrap

How to Fold a Tortilla Wrap Sandwich

A tortilla wrap sandwich filled with a tasty ingredients is a change of pace from traditional bread sandwiches. Depending on the filling, these versatile sandwiches are suitable for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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How to Crock-Pot a Chuck Tender Roast

A hunk of muscle from the heavily exercised shoulder of the beef, the chuck may not be the tenderest roast, but it is definitely one of the most flavorful. Simmering the meat gently in the Crock-Pot breaks down the tough fibers and creates a succulent roast you can cut with a fork.

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slice of grilled rump steak with green and pink pepper

How to Cook Rump Steaks

Rump steak, also known as round steak, is a flavorful, firm-textured steak that comes from the cow's muscular hindquarters. Although rump steak is similar to sirloin, it is a less expensive cut and can be tough. Marinating followed by proper cooking is the key to bringing out the succulent flavors of the meat.

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How to Defrost Chicken the Fastest

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, chicken is safely thawed by only three ways: in the microwave, in cold water or in the refrigerator. Of these, microwave thawing is the quickest method. Consider the various methods carefully and plan ahead, as each has distinct advantages and disadvantages.

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Homemade Southern Fried Chicken

How to Cook a Frozen Banquet Chicken

ConAgra foods manufactures Banquet Chicken, a convenient pre-fried chicken with a crispy coating. The chicken is completely cooked, but you must heat it properly before serving it. Banquet chicken is available in several varieties, including original, Country Style, Hot 'N Spicy, Southern and Skinless.

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Hot charcoals

How to Cook Deer Tenderloin

A little-used muscle cut from the area on the back between the rib and the sirloin, the tenderloin is one of the most tender cuts of deer meat. Although it is commonly cut into roasts, you can easily slice a tenderloin into steaks for pan-frying, broiling or grilling.

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