Turkey (by-product) meal

Does this ingredient warrant its own identity?

Greg Aldrich, Ph.D.

May 15, 2007

It wasn't long ago that turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) was only eaten at Thanksgiving and Christmas. Turkey has now become a staple lunch meat, hot dog ingredient and alternative to ground beef. Its popularity has been due, in part, to its distinctive taste and healthful perception.

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