Oven Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey

THE FIRST THANKSGIVING TURKEY RAISED AT THE HOMESTEAD The turkey was made using a traditional Russian family recipe, stuffed with apples and sour cranberries. The best part was that we raised the turkey ourselves and although he was not hatched at Reilly Farms, we still gave him a name: Derp. Derp wasn’t a broad-breasted turkey,…

Canning & Preserving Food

It’s harvest season with lots of fruit, veggies and grains ripe for the picking. In order to not be wasteful and save that wonderful food we can use different methods of preservation.  My preferred method is to put everything in jars since not only is it already portioned out for meals, sealed airtight and sterilized…

Lucky Irish Cast Iron Scotch Eggs

Scotch eggs, a beloved classic of British and Irish cuisine, have been delighting taste buds for centuries. These yummy treats, consisting of boiled eggs encased in seasoned sausage meat, breaded, and deep-fried to golden perfection, make for a satisfying snack, appetizer, or picnic favorite. Today, we’ll dive into the history of Scotch eggs, provide a…