What is the difference between a fresh or frozen turkey?
There is no quality difference between a fresh or frozen turkey. Frozen turkeys are flash frozen immediately after packaging to 0 degrees F or below and held at that temperature until purchased. Once defrosted, the meat is virtually as fresh as the day it was processed. A frozen turkey may offer a real grocery value as the bird can be purchased when supermarket sales provide extraordinary offers and coupons. Fresh turkeys are chilled after packaging and have shorter shelf lives. Because they are perishable and require special handling and merchandising, fresh turkeys are slightly more expensive than frozen turkeys. Fresh turkeys provide convenience because they do not require thawing. Click here for more information: http://www.eatturkey.com/consumer/prep/prep.html#fresh • What can you tell me about deep fried turkey? Deep fried turkey, a concept that started in the south, is gradually rising in popularity nationwide. It’s a perfect new twist for summer barbecues and block parties. In
