Thanksgiving can be daunting for those who love a good turkey centerpiece but dread the prep. If you’re short on time, hosting a smaller crowd, or just don’t want to wrangle a whole bird this year, ...
The first time I saw an oven bag in action was well more than a decade ago when I arrived at my husband’s childhood home to find my sister-in-law prepping our Thanksgiving turkey breast, packing in ...
We may earn a commission from links on this page. I’ve been against roasting Thanksgiving turkeys in roasting bags this whole time. It seems to me an easy way to end up with a soggy-skinned bird, when ...
Once you've mastered preparing a golden-brown, crispy-skinned roasted turkey, it might seem strange to try to fix what's not broken. Unless time is an issue, that is. If you're lucky enough to own a ...
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How Long to Cook a Turkey

I’ll never forget the Thanksgiving when the turkey didn’t finish in time for dinner. As a professional recipe developer, I ...
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and it's time to start thinking about the turkey, how it will be cooked, and the perfect recipe and ingredients to butter up and brown this year's bird. The ...
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How to Cook a Frozen Turkey

If you're wondering if you can cook a frozen turkey on Thanksgiving Day, the answer is a resounding yes! Our tips on how to ...
The number one question the Butterball Turkey Talk-Line fields every year is how long it takes to thaw a turkey. This isn't surprising, considering the answer is longer than most people want to hear.
COLORADO, USA — Having a perfectly cooked turkey as the centerpiece for your Thanksgiving meal can seem intimidating. But, in reality, cooking a turkey is actually pretty easy. Here are some tips and ...
While the time estimates above offer a general idea of how long a turkey will take to cook, the absolute safest way to know if your turkey is done is to use a meat thermometer. If you are cooking a ...