Roasting a turkey is a Thanksgiving tradition for many families. Whether this is the first time you have had to cook, or whether you just want some new tips on roasting a turkey, there are lots of ideas available on the Internet to guide you along the way. Here are some tips and links to help you roast a turkey this Thanksgiving:
Tip #1: Don't thaw your bird at room temperature. Thaw the turkey in a refrigerator for a couple of days or thaw it in a bath of cold water. Thawing a turkey at room temperature can cause bacteria to grow.
Tip #2: Make the brine the day before Thanksgiving. Apply the brine to the bird. If it is the morning of Thanksgiving and you forgot to do this, do it first thing and just plan on having dinner a little later. Allow the brine to soak in to the turkey to flavor the meat.
Tip #3: Before roasting a turkey, cover the skin with canola oil. This will help keep the bird's meat nice and moist and tender.
Tip #4: After you roast a turkey, let it stand for 15-20 minutes before you carve it. This will make your job a lot easier.
Here are some Web sites and a video that gives plenty advice on roasting a turkey:
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