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If we’re all being honest here, the “turkey” part of Thanksgiving dinner tends to be the least impressive part of the yearly feast. That’s generally because turkey dries out easily and lacks the ...

Considering brining your turkey for the holiday? Before you start, check out our expert tips so that you can produce the ...

Most of the turkeys that were roasted in the former Free Press Test Kitchen were brined in some fashion. The practice of brining your Thanksgiving turkey became super popular a few decades ago.

A juicy, flavorful turkey starts with the right preparation—and our favorite recipe requires us to start the thawing and prep on Monday. Whether you prefer wet brining or dry brining, and whether you ...

To rinse or not to rinse? That is the question many home cooks face on Thanksgiving when confronted with a brined turkey.

Brining isn’t a topic that gets brought up most of the year. I rarely get texts or messages from friends and family members wondering how to brine a pork loin or a whole chicken. But, as Thanksgiving ...

Wondering how to cook a turkey or how long to cook a turkey? Butterball has your answers. Roasting in an oven is one of the most popular ways to cook a turkey. It's simple, convenient and gives your ...

For us, there's a clear winner. The turkey is the centerpiece of most Thanksgiving tables, but the lean protein can easily dry out while roasting. By the time the dark meat (thighs and legs) are ...