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dry brining a turkey

Why Should I Dry Brine a Turkey?

Gathering around the table is a time-honored, cherished tradition for many families. It is a time to share space, reminisce, trade gossip, and make new memories. And the table…

dry brining a turkey

Tips for Dry Brining a Turkey

After trying several methods, we have established that the best way to prepare your bird before cooking is with a dry brine. It gives you tender meat, lots of…

spatchcocking a turkey

5 Reasons for Spatchcocking a Turkey

Are you ready to talk family feasting? Nothing says holiday meal like a huge, round, trussed-up, whole-roasted turkey taking center stage on the dining room table. It’s beautiful and…

tempering couverture chocolate

Quick Guide to Tempering Couverture Chocolate

When you melt couverture chocolate, the cocoa butter molecules break down and become unstable. But with tempering, you can rebuild the cocoa butter crystals to give your chocolate treats…

Peter's Caramel

How To Melt Peter’s Caramel

Let’s face it, we love our caramel. But what do we usually decide to do with our giant loaf of Peter’s? Melting! The melted caramel works so well when…

peter's caramel

FAQs About Peter’s Caramel

Peter’s Caramel is beloved by pastry chefs, bakers, and confectioners alike. And if you have been a long-time follower of Gygi’s you know exactly how much we love this…