Almost any chili recipe you have on hand will work with wild turkey. (Steve Hickoff photo)
By Steve Hickoff, Yamaha Outdoors Tips
You’ve done the hard part and tagged a spring gobbler.
Good news is, almost all wild turkey meat can be used for recipes. Follow these tips to make the most out of your bird.
Clean, Use and Freeze the Rest
Clean your turkey as soon as possible, especially in warm weather. You’ll also want to take some photos while the bird is intact.
You can freeze a whole bird after plucking it, or break it down into various parts (breast meat, drumsticks or just thighs, and meat bits). Freezer paper, plastic zip bags and plastic wrap can all be used. The key is to first let the bird cool.
Package parts as you might imagine using meat for meals. Fillet the...