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<p>80.40.6.107: </p> <hr /> <div>Large gamebird, of two species, both native to America . A cousin to the grouse, partridge and pheasant and the quail.<br /> <br /> Good to eat, especially roasted, with stuffing. As are the grouse, partridge and pheasant and the quail.<br /> <br /> The turkey was brought to europe in the early to mid [[16th Century]], and spread rapidly (possibly as a novelty) amoungst the nobility under names such as 'indian chicken'. Prior to the 16th Century, turkey was definately not available in Europe, and should be considered a [[non-period food]] for any feasts themed earlier than the [[16th Century]]. Serving [[gamebird]]s that are seldom served today, but well known to medieval palletes (eg grouse, peacock, swan (if you can get it)) at feasts, may better replicate the atmosphere of a [[16th Century]] nobleman being served turkey at a feast. There is little evidence of turkey spreading to the lower classes during the [[16th Century]].<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> External sources:<br /> *http://www.florilegium.org/files/FOOD-MEATS/turkeys-msg.html</div>

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