Turkey neck can be used in various recipes to make the most of this often overlooked part of the bird. Here are some ideas on what to do with turkey neck:
- Giblet Gravy : The neck can be boiled and the meat can be used to make a luscious gravy. After boiling the neck and giblets, the meat can be picked off and used in the gravy along with the drippings from the roasted turkey
- Recipes : There are numerous recipes available for turkey neck, including braised turkey neck, turkey neck gravy, and roasted turkey neck. Turkey neck can also be used in soup, gumbo, and other dishes
- Smoking : Some people smoke the turkey neck and use it to make gravy or in stuffing. It can also be used as a chef's treat or in a water pan under the turkey to make gravy
- Classic Preparation : One classic way to prepare turkey neck is to brown it on a skillet and then roast it in the oven with carrots and onions. This results in tender, fall-off-the-bone meat that can be served with mashed potatoes or white rice
These are just a few ideas, and there are many other creative ways to use turkey neck in cooking.
