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A close-up shot of a woman draining the stock from a roast turkey.

Nov 21, 2019

How to Safely Brine Your Turkey

What the heck is brining? And how do I brine my turkey without making a mess? 
Raw whole turkey defrosting on a kitchen sink. A dish cloth is in close proximity to the defrosting meat, creating a cross contamination and food safety issue.

Nov 21, 2019

Why NOT to Wash Your Thanksgiving Turkey

While it’s tempting to wash your turkey before cooking, you could actually do more harm than good - learn why! 
Fresh Raw Turkey on a cooking pan Ready to be Prepared for Thanksgiving or the Holidays

Nov 20, 2019

Buying and Thawing Your Thanksgiving Turkey

While cozy family gatherings and Aunt Myrtle’s cranberry relish may be off the menu this year, a big ol’ turkey is still very much in play. Learn how to buy and thaw your prize poultry for a safe Thanksgiving feast. 

Oct 11, 2019

Growing Bright and Beautiful Daylilies

Daylilies are popular perennial flowers known for their vivid colors. They’re resilient, easy to grow and will brighten any garden bed — lets get started! 
A woman is holding two gourds while standing in a kitchen, with a selection of other colorful gourds on the counter.

Oct 5, 2019

Getting to Know Gourds

What's a cornucopia without classic ornamental gourds? Find out how long these fall favorites will keep. 
An orange pumpkin on a kitchen table with a slice cut off and laying next to the pumpkin, as is a kitchen knife.

Oct 5, 2019

Quick Pumpkin Cooking Tips

Learn how to quickly and easily prep a pumpkin for cooking with a microwave, oven or crock pot. 
A cute little girl holds a freshly picked cucumber from a raised bed garden. Selective focus on the cucumber in the foreground.

Jun 26, 2019

Growing Cucumbers in Your Home Garden

Cucumbers pack a cool, crisp punch as a healthy snack, salad or pickling project. We'll show you how easy it is to grow your own! 
Thanksgiving meal displayed on table, including cooked turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes.

Nov 15, 2018

How to Safely Prepare a Turkey

Safety first! It's important to prep, cook and store turkey the right way, so it's a good thing we're sharing tips from the experts to help keep you and your family safe in the kitchen and at the dinner table. 
A man placing small pumpkins into a wooden crate while in a field.

Oct 23, 2018

How to Pick the Perfect Pumpkin

This most sincere pumpkin segment offers tips from NC State scientist Penny Perkins-Veazie on which types of pumpkins work best for your jack-o-lanterns and how to make the most out of your decorations.