Don’t put your turkey in the oven without double checking this.

What Are Giblets?

Turkey gibletsare a shorthand term for the bundle of goodies found inside the cavity of the bird.

Southern Living Mayo Roasted Turkey on a platter ready to serve

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Some people forget about the giblets entirely and leave them inside.

With pan drippings from the turkey and lots of added aromatics, butter, and even chopped hard-boiled eggs.

Drizzle it over Thanksgiving dressing, mashed potatoes, and, of course, turkey.

turkey giblets

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Southern Living Giblet Gravy in the gravy boat to serve

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