turkey (was SC - Definitions and Examples: Period, Peri-oid and OOP)

[Decker, Terry D.]

The turkey was an example, but we have discussed some pre-1600 turkey
recipes.  IIRC, the source is Rumpolt and the illustration in the cookbook
is for a North American turkey.

Bear

> In the interest of knowing from where this item hails, can 
> you give reference, or is it example for the exercise of the 
> debate.  I'd love to add reference in my library of turkeys 
> pre-1600 being served roasted or boiled or poached or 
> massaged lovingly with lavender oil or whatever.  Also, if 
> there information as to exactly what animal is being given 
> the label "turkey" in the given time and place?  This can and 
> did change at times and places.
> 
> niccolo difrancesco