Video: How To Cook a Turkey
In this special holiday cooking video, Patch shows you how to prepare the centerpiece of your Thanksgiving feast.
By John Gifaldi and Patty Heiden Happy Thanksgiving! As you begin to prepare your turkeys and put them in the oven, consider these tips. Here's your turkey grocery list: Turkey (determine size based on Tip 1 below) Stuffing (see package for amount needed based on turkey weight) Chicken Broth Onions Celery Butter Spices: Sage, Thyme, Poultry Seasoning, Basil, Salt, Pepper Aluminum Foil Thermometer (if you don't already have one) Roasting Pan Tip 1: When purchasing your whole turkey, figure 1-1-½ pounds per person, which allows ½ pound for leftovers. Tip 2: Frozen turkeys should be defrosted in the refrigerator for 2-5 days prior to cooking depending on the size. Figure approximately 1 day for every 4 pounds. Never defrost at room …
