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How To Cook A Turkey: Help In The Kitchen

The Huffington Post Canada   First Posted: 12/23/11 11:14 AM ET Updated: 12/23/11 11:14 AM ET

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For many people, putting things off until the last minute is a way of life, as opposed to an attitude unique to the holiday season. So we can understand if you have yet to figure out how to cook that turkey your family of 20 is expecting on the dinner table on Christmas -- and we're here to help.

The first word of warning: you might want to get started now. If you're working with a frozen bird, it needs to defrost and that takes time (something you can't fake). But we were relieved to find the process is far easier than one might anticipate. It's just a matter of, well, not procrastinating for another minute.

For some amazing turkey and side dish recipes courtesy of Martha Stewart, check out the slideshow below. Happy cooking!

Roast Turkey with Rosemary and Lemon
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For many people, putting things off until the last minute is a way of life, as opposed to an attitude unique to the holiday season. So we can understand if you have yet to figure out how to cook that ...
For many people, putting things off until the last minute is a way of life, as opposed to an attitude unique to the holiday season. So we can understand if you have yet to figure out how to cook that ...
 
 
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ethicsbob88
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10:41 AM on 12/25/2011
Family Secret:
To elliminate any bitter taste, cook turkey in an inch of regular (not diet) Ginger Ale
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saskatoonie
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10:19 PM on 12/27/2011
You need to let the turkey rest for at least an hour after cooking, with a cover(foil) plus a towel over the top of it. The turkey meat will relax and get really juicy.
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