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The turkey is the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving meal, and there are plenty of techniques for cooking one, from frying to spatchcocking to roasting upside down and turning halfway. But sometimes the classic way is the best. We will talk you through brining, stuffing, trussing and roasting, along with extra turkey tips to help you through the holiday. And visit our How to Plan and Cook Thanksgiving guide for more ideas and advice. Before You Start
Buying Your TurkeyThe array of turkey choices can be confusing. Below, we’ve broken it down to help you navigate your options. Some cooks swear by a fresh turkey, claiming that frozen varieties are not as flavorful. But when it comes to supermarket turkey, the difference between fresh and frozen is negligible.
Preparing the Turkey for RoastingRoasting a turkey can be confusing — there are so many options for how to prepare the bird. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Below we walk you through your choices, step by step.
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Turkey Cooking Time and TipsYou’ve bought, defrosted and seasoned your turkey, which means you’re more than halfway to a golden, glorious centerpiece for the feast. Here are answers to the most frequently asked turkey-roasting questions, so you can put the bird in the oven with confidence.
Carving the TurkeyYou’re almost done. There’s just one more, very important step to go: carving. This video will show you the easiest and most efficient route to take.
Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times What setting on the oven to cook a turkey?What temperature to cook the turkey? Preheat the oven to 450°F then drop the temperature to 350°F after putting the turkey into the oven. What temperature should the turkey be? The turkey is done when it registers a minimum of 165° in the thickest part of the thigh.
What temperature do you cook a turkey on?Stick with a temperature of 325°F, which ensures the turkey gets cooked all the way without becoming overdone.
Is it better to cook a turkey at 325 or 350?Roast the turkey uncovered at a temperature ranging from 325°F to 350°F. Higher temperatures may cause the meat to dry out, but this is preferable to temperatures that are too low which may not allow the interior of the turkey to cook to a safe temperature.
Is turkey done at 165 or 180?4. Read the thermometer correctly: Hold the thermometer still until the numbers stop. If the temperature is between 160 and 165 degrees F, the turkey is done.
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