The holiday season means festive events and tasty meals, often with a beautiful roasted turkey taking center stage. But don’t forget, turkey is a truly versatile protein that can be prepared and served in so many delicious ways. Tailor it to your gathering size and your guests’ taste.
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Gatherings like a “Friendsgiving” or a late fall tailgate are perfect places for turkey to shine. For example, a turkey breast can be just right for an impromptu dinner and turkey meatballs travel well to the big game. Of course, deli sliced turkey is perfect for that lunch sandwich or meal on the run. Turkey is called a “flavor catcher” for a reason, with dark meat being especially well suited to dishes with bold spices such as those found in Mexican and Indian cuisine.
Along with being tasty, turkey is a protein that provides important health benefits including:
- Builds muscle: Turkey’s lean protein helps your body repair tissues, grow hair and nails, and build strong muscles
- Boosts energy: Turkey contains high levels of B vitamins, such as niacin (B3), B6, and B12, which help your body convert food into energy and form red blood cells.
- Supports Immunity: Turkey is a rich source of zinc and selenium,minerals that protect your cells from damage, support thyroid function, and can play a role in keeping your immune system strong.
- Helps Curb Hunger: The protein in turkey helps you feel fuller for longer.
Serving turkey at your table is also good for Indiana’s economy.
Did you know the Hoosier state is the fourth-largest turkey producer in the nation? Choosing turkey means supporting local farmers from start to finish as the turkeys are hatched, raised, and processed in Indiana, and they eat a diet of Indiana-grown corn and soybeans.
Indiana turkey producers directly employ more than 4,000 people in the state, with an extra 9,700 jobs in supplier and related industries, such as contract growing, product distribution, and equipment manufacturing.
Good for you and good for Indiana, turkey can be tailored for any table. Head to IndianaTurkey.com for easy recipes, fresh inspiration, and insight into how Indiana farmers deliver delicious turkey for healthy, versatile meals.
