Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
  • 3 lb. turkey necks
  • 2 Tbsp. shortening or oil
  • 1 c. chopped onion
  • 1 rib celery, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 c. water
  • 4 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 2 tsp. celery seed
  • 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper

Method

  • Combine flour, salt and pepper in paper or plastic bag.
  • Add a few necks at a time.
  • Shake to coat.
  • Heat shortening or oil in a stock pot on medium heat.
  • Brown necks on all sides.
  • Add onion, celery, garlic and bay leaf.
  • Saute 3 minutes.
  • Add water, bouillon cubes, celery seed and red pepper flakes.
  • Cover.
  • Cook on medium-low heat for 2 hours or until meat is very tender.
  • Add additional salt and pepper to taste, if needed.