Let's talk turkey: After all, it's the star of the Thanksgiving menu and you want to get it right. Once you decide how much turkey you need per person, the next step includes finding a turkey recipe ...

To baste or not to baste. That is the question that keeps coming up as you get ready to slide your Thanksgiving turkey in the oven. The argument in favor is that it stops the bird from drying out. The ...

Thanksgiving is fast approaching and you know what that means... Turkey! Lots and lots of turkey. Even if the bird isn't your favorite part of the meal, it's important to know how to baste it properly ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Every Thanksgiving, I host dinner for friends and family. Of all the dishes on the table, including at least two kinds of pie, my ...

Once your turkey has rested, a quick brush of glaze or butter and a five-minute blast in a hot oven is all it takes to revive dull skin into a deep, glossy bronze. It's the easiest and quickest way to ...

Our Thanksgiving motto is brine baby, brine! After experimenting from year to year with methods and recommendations for a satisfying bird, brining consistently delivers us a bird that cooks faster, is ...

Whether it's brined, fried, basted, or roasted, turkey is a staple on any holiday table. The best way to prepare it, however, is a never-ending debate. As a chef with over 15 years of experience under ...

How long to thaw: Approximately 24 hours for every 4 to 5 pounds. How much to buy: Allow one pound of turkey per person. Small turkeys (in the 14-pound range) cook faster and are less likely to dry ...

Every Thanksgiving, I host dinner for friends and family. Of all the dishes on the table, including at least two kinds of pie, my pièce de résistance — each time — is the turkey. Moist, juicy and ...