Have you ever gone away for a few weeks and found out that you’d left the freezer door ajar? Well, I did. And let me tell you, it wasn’t pretty. Before traveling, since I’m anti-gaspillage (against food waste), I jammed whatever I could into my already-stuffed freezer, including a half-eaten tomato tart, which I thought would be nice to have ready-and-waiting upon my arrival home,…
This creamy turkey tetrazzini with crispy panko-Parmesan topping is why you’ll want to make sure there’s leftover Thanksgiving turkey.
If you need an easy way to carve up some juicy turkey, we’ve got you. This How to Carve a Turkey tutorial will walk you through carving a turkey step-by-step so you can enjoy your favorite turkey recipes with nothing but juicy, tender bites….
Panic-stricken by a rock-solid turkey on Thanksgiving morning? Never again. Our simple guide to thawing turkey will ensure you’re always ready for the big day with our handy timeline. We’ve thawed dozens of turkeys and are giving you the sa…
Cooking (and hosting) Thanksgiving dinner can make you feel like you need six arms and maybe also six ovens. Since you probably don’t have the ability to make either of those things appear out of thin air, we’ve put together this short-and-sweet guide …
Need some easy ways to use Thanksgiving leftovers? These Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey recipes are for you! Once the idea that Thanksgiving dinner is over starts to creep in, you find yourself wondering what to do with all that leftover turkey mea…
You’ve selected the perfect turkey and gathered your favorite seasonings. But before you can start roasting, there’s a crucial step that often leaves home cooks puzzled: trussing the turkey. You might be wondering if it’s really neces…
These delicious leftover Turkey Enchiladas are a great way to use up that leftover turkey from Thanksgiving! It’s the perfect healthy meal for those days when you just want an easy and cozy main course after the holidays. Using up leftover …
This turkey carcass soup recipe works great because it uses up the scraps of leftover turkey meat stuck to the bones and gets a rich flavor from the already-cooked turkey. It’s the perfect way to use up a leftover turkey carcass. Wondering what t…
It’s well known within food publishing that Thanksgiving photo shoots and recipe testing start early (and we mean early), and happen numerous times before the actual holiday even rolls around. This has made our Test Kitchen team experts in the field of…
We’ve crafted this traditional gravy to be everything it should be – luxuriously smooth, deeply savory, and brimming with the essence of your roasted bird. By using the often-overlooked giblets, we’re extracting maximum flavor and fol…
Smoking a turkey is a classic way to infuse juicy, tender meat with incredible flavor, but the variety of wood you choose can make or break the end result. Find out the best woods for achieving the perfect balance of smoky richness and subtle flavor no…
It’s well known within food publishing that Thanksgiving photo shoots and recipe testing starts early (and we mean early), and happen numerous times before the actual holiday even rolls around. This has made our Test Kitchen team experts in the field o…
Panic-stricken at the thought of making gravy without those precious pan drippings? Take a deep breath – we’ve got you covered. No matter if you’re deep-frying your turkey, smoking it, or just want to get ahead on your holiday prep, t…
Want to cook a perfectly juicy turkey with crispy, golden skin? Our tried-and-true oven-roasted method delivers mouthwatering results, even for first-time Thanksgiving hosts. We’ve been in charge of the holiday bird for years and we’ll walk…
If you don’t already keep homemade freezer meals stashed for those nights when you don’t feel like cooking, consider this your (cost-saving…thank yourself later) invitation! This 1-POT pumpkin turkey chili is a freezer meal we never go without.
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Ever wished you could cook your Thanksgiving turkey recipe in half the time, with juicier meat and crispier skin? It’s time to learn how to spatchcock your turkey. Forget TikTok trends and viral hacks, this timeless technique’s ab…
Brining a turkey is the secret to achieving a show-stopping centerpiece for your holiday feast. This simple yet transformative technique infuses the bird with a burst of flavor and ensures that every juicy bite is a true delight. Whether you need a fla…
Are you scrambling to find the perfect turkey recipe for your Thanksgiving turkey? Look no further because this oven roasted Spatchcock Turkey has that crispy skin and juicy meat reminiscent of a traditional roast turkey but cooked in a fraction of the…
Craving that crispy, golden skin and succulent meat, but don’t have the fridge space for a wet brine? Here’s our go to solution when we don’t want the hassle of wet brining our bird – the dry brine – the space-saving, flav…
How long do I cook this turkey?’ It’s the million-dollar question that has plagued home cooks for generations, often followed by frantic Google searches and panicked calls to the Butterball hotline. After years of trial and error (and yes, …
The number one Thanksgiving turkey tip promoted every year is basting. You know it, you’ve seen it, or you’ve personally done it—tediously standing in front of an open oven radiating heat while trying to navigate a basting tip into the rich pan juices …
Want the smoky goodness of Thanksgiving turkey without the fuss of cooking a whole bird? Our smoked turkey breast recipe is your exactly what you need, any time of the year. Let’s face it: sometimes you want all the deliciousness of a holiday fea…
If you’re ready to shake up your holiday tradition with a turkey that’s anything but ordinary. Enter the spatchcocked smoked turkey – a method that promises to upgrade your feast with juicier meat, crisper skin, and a so much more fla…
This delicious Traeger Smoked Turkey with stuffing is incredibly juicy and flavorful! It’s the best way to make your Thanksgiving turkey with only 15 minutes of prep, and the result is moist, tender meat from a flavorful turkey stuffed with delic…
