The turkey is the centerpiece of Thanksgiving meals, but it can be a bit tricky to cook. Here's everything to know about thawing and cooking turkey.

This temperature allows the turkey to cook evenly while retaining moisture. Some chefs recommend starting the roasting process at a higher temperature, such as 425°F (218°C), for the first 30 ...

For this, you'll need to fill up a container with enough water to fully submerge the turkey. You should change the water every 30 minutes. If the turkey cannot be completely covered, rotate it ...

No matter how you're cooking your turkey — roasting, deep frying, smoking or something else — the minimum internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit for safety, according to the ...

In 2006, the U.S. Department of Agriculture lowered the safe internal cooking temperature for the whole turkey — breast, legs, thighs, and wings — and all other poultry.

A 13 pound turkey, smoked to perfection in 2 hours on the Yoder YS640s Pellet Grill! This turkey was cut in pieces, which ...

In 2006, the U.S. Department of Agriculture lowered the safe internal cooking temperature for the whole turkey — breast, legs, thighs, and wings — and all other poultry.

Many turkey breast recipes recommend starting the oven at a higher temperature of 425 degrees. This sears the bird. Then the temperature is reduced to 325 degrees to finish the cooking.