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W Scott · 11-23-2005, 10:11 AM

Lawlers advice on using water to measure how much oil you'll need is right on the money. Be aware there's going to be lot of bubbling and hissing going on when you put the turkey in the pot---so stand back and keep your body parts away.

You want to use peanut oil because peanut oil has the highest 'burn' temp of any of the oils. For deep frying with peanut oil you want the temp at 350 degrees---now you know why you want to keep your body parts away! Keep a fire extinguisher close at hand---just in case you need it.

I know I'm probably making you worried about doing this---but it's not hard and with a few simple precautions it can be a safe and tasty way to cook a turkey.

11-23-2005, 10:11 AM	#9 (permalink)
W Scott Piano User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Carson City, NV. Posts: 490	Lawlers advice on using water to measure how much oil you'll need is right on the money. Be aware there's going to be lot of bubbling and hissing going on when you put the turkey in the pot---so stand back and keep your body parts away. You want to use peanut oil because peanut oil has the highest 'burn' temp of any of the oils. For deep frying with peanut oil you want the temp at 350 degrees---now you know why you want to keep your body parts away! Keep a fire extinguisher close at hand---just in case you need it. I know I'm probably making you worried about doing this---but it's not hard and with a few simple precautions it can be a safe and tasty way to cook a turkey. __________________ Gabriel is NOT a woodwind player!