Take the mystery out of all the hype about turkeys by knowing what you want and how to get it. There are a lot of labels on turkeys these days, some are helpful and others misleading. If you know something about turkey then you will be able to purchase the perfect kind and size of bird for your holiday meal.

Smokers are amongst the most diverse products you can buy. Partly because of the number of fuels or energy sources they use and partly because smoking can mean anything from traditional barbecue cooked at around 225 degrees ​F, to cold smoking for things like fish, cheese or jerky that are cooked lower than 60 degrees F. Most electric smokers can do it all and while this might be their strength, it can also be their weakness. However, the strength of a good electric smoker is in its automation. A good, and generally more expensive, electric smoker allows you to select a temperature and a time as you load it up and turn it on. The simplicity of this type of equipment is akin to using a microwave.

This pumpkin pie has a light smoky flavor that works well with vanilla bean ice cream or whipped cream.  If you're looking for a unique pie recipe that isn't overly sweet, then look no further.

Whether Beef, Lamb or Pork, make that Holiday Roast extra special by taking it out to the Grill or Smoker for better flavor.