How to cook a Thanksgiving Turkey
It's that time of year again. The time when many of us are facing the task of preparing the holiday turkey for the first time. It seems a daunting task for those who have never taken on the duty of preparing the main dish for the feast. I know, I've never tackled the bird either, though I have seen it done many times. It truly isn't much different than roasting a chicken or a cornish hen.
I won't be stuffing my oven with a turkey this year, but if I was, I think I would like all the advise I could get.
So, step 1) want to avoid all the work and just warm the bird? Go to your local Honey Baked shop and order your turkey well in advance. Or you could order your entire meal from one of the many local grocers that offer special menus this time of year.
Or, Step 1a) go to the grocers and purchase a turkey of the appropriate size for your dinner. You need to know how many guests will be attending and then assume about 1 1/2 pounds, per person, of whole fresh or frozen bird. It doesn't hurt to get more than you think you will need. There are many different ways to make use of the leftovers, and always someone who will take them off of your hands is you prefer.
Step 2) if frozen, thaw the bird according to the instructions on the package. Don't forget to remove the bag of guts (gizzards, neck, heart, etc) from inside the cavity of the turkey. Rinse out the cavity, and salt and pepper or spice inside accordingly.
Step 3) Follow your recipe of choice, or do a simple roast in a oven set to 350 degrees, allow 15-20 minutes per pound. Baste frequently with melted butter, or you could try pineapple juice or chicken broth.
Links that will probably be much more helpful than anything I can tell you are below.
Roast Turkey with Cranberry Orange Glaze
How to Cook a Turkey
Deep Fried Turkey
I won't be stuffing my oven with a turkey this year, but if I was, I think I would like all the advise I could get.
So, step 1) want to avoid all the work and just warm the bird? Go to your local Honey Baked shop and order your turkey well in advance. Or you could order your entire meal from one of the many local grocers that offer special menus this time of year.
Or, Step 1a) go to the grocers and purchase a turkey of the appropriate size for your dinner. You need to know how many guests will be attending and then assume about 1 1/2 pounds, per person, of whole fresh or frozen bird. It doesn't hurt to get more than you think you will need. There are many different ways to make use of the leftovers, and always someone who will take them off of your hands is you prefer.
Step 2) if frozen, thaw the bird according to the instructions on the package. Don't forget to remove the bag of guts (gizzards, neck, heart, etc) from inside the cavity of the turkey. Rinse out the cavity, and salt and pepper or spice inside accordingly.
Step 3) Follow your recipe of choice, or do a simple roast in a oven set to 350 degrees, allow 15-20 minutes per pound. Baste frequently with melted butter, or you could try pineapple juice or chicken broth.
Links that will probably be much more helpful than anything I can tell you are below.
Roast Turkey with Cranberry Orange Glaze
How to Cook a Turkey
Deep Fried Turkey
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