Turkey

How to Dry Brine a Turkey for Crispy Skin and Juicy Meat

Brining a turkey is an easy way to help ensure moist flavorful meat and crispy skin on your holiday bird. One popular brining technique is dry brining, which involves salting the turkey and letting it rest uncovered in the fridge before roasting. Food writer Alison Roman’s dry brined turkey recipe delivers big flavor with minimal … Read more

The Best Places to Buy Delicious Rotisserie Turkey

When it comes to preparing the perfect turkey for Thanksgiving or any occasion, rotisserie turkey is a tasty shortcut. The bird is already fully cooked and seasoned, saving you time and effort. If you want to skip roasting a whole raw turkey yourself this year here are the best places to buy convenient ready-to-eat rotisserie … Read more

The Secret Behind Auntie Fee’s Famous Turkey Wings

Oh man, I’m getting hungry just thinking about Auntie Fee’s turkey wings! If you’ve never had them before, you’re missing out. Those juicy, crispy, flavorful turkey wings are absolute perfection See, I grew up eating Auntie Fee’s cooking. She’s my great aunt on my mom’s side and that woman can COOK. Her fried chicken? To … Read more

Mastering the Art of Brining Turkey Thighs: A Complete Guide on Time and Technique

Brining is a magical process that transforms ordinary turkey thighs into succulent, flavorful perfection. When done right, brining makes the meat ridiculously juicy, seasoned throughout, and irresistibly tender. But how long should you brine turkey thighs to achieve chicken nirvana? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll discuss ideal brining times, foolproof techniques, and tips for totally … Read more

Is Dry Brine or Wet Brine Better for Turkey?

Brining a turkey can help to ensure tender, juicy meat that is full of flavor. We put three types of turkey next to each other to see which was better: not brined, dry brined, and salt water brined. Read on for the results. For years, I used a salt water brine to prepare my turkey … Read more

Oven Temperature Guide for Cooking a Perfect 20 lb Turkey

All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. To some, turkey is a succulent holiday centerpiece—to others, merely a vehicle for gravy. It doesn’t matter what side you’re on; the key to making sure everyone is happy is cooking a turkey so it comes out … Read more