A goal of the Thanksgiving host is to deliver a beautifully cooked turkey with golden-brown crisp skin and juicy meat. Achieving the latter is no easy task, but there's a surefire way to ensure your ...

Brining is similar to marinating, but is primarily focused on moistening the meat as opposed to adding flavor. Brining your Thanksgiving turkey prior to cooking will help ensure you end up with a ...

I created this pickle-brine turkey recipe because my husband is a pickle fanatic. He is obsessed with pickles and is even known to steal them off other people’s plates. I thought a blend of dill ...

Turkey. In just a few days it will be on millions of tables throughout the country. While it is supposed to be the main attraction, it usually falls second-place to the starchy sides. In a country ...

Brining a turkey is a popular method for adding moisture and flavor, though its effectiveness is debated. A wet brine involves soaking the turkey in a solution of salt, sugar, and water, along with ...

This recipe from Gourmet magazine and Epicurious.com makes the most of the flavors and cooking methods of the Southwest. The salsa can be served warm or at room temperature. If you are pressed for ...