Turkey Recipe

Anchovies: Flavorful Turkey's Secret Ingredient.

At some point at least 20 years ago the idea of cooking a roast goose with anchovies was brought to my attention. The idea behind adding anchovies on top of this typically dry bird was that the salt and oil would baste the bird while cooking. This intrigued me. I cannot remember if it were a French cookbook or from Arlette my French friend and mentor.

Then... I decided to experiment with this concept, and I actually thought the mild flavor of turkey could handle the anchovies more than the wildness of a goose. I have been pleasantly surprised that it worked for both. When you cook the turkey they disintegrate and leave a design. The flavor they add to the gravy is magical. It is not a flavor that grabs you; it is subtle and so rich that you know it is better but you are not sure why. I have never had anyone identify the anchovies, but I have heard on many occasions, "This is the best turkey and gravy I have ever had."

The recipe is here.

I'd like to try that, but Pamn has an unnatural hatred for anchovies.