There is nothing better than the main event at a holiday dinner, and the Thanksgiving turkey definitely ranks as one of the best! It just goes so well with green beans, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese ...

We recommend planning for 1¼ pounds of turkey per person. Large groups may be easier to feed with two smaller birds rather than one large turkey. Our quick chart and tips help you buy, cook, and serve ...

It's basically impossible to do if you're just trying to eyeball it. Nearly all of your guests will bring a bigger appetite than usual, piling their plates with turkey and half a dozen side dishes.

Let's talk turkey: After all, it's the star of the Thanksgiving menu and you want to get it right. Once you decide how much turkey you need per person, the next step includes finding a turkey recipe ...

I’ll never forget the Thanksgiving when the turkey didn’t finish in time for dinner. As a professional recipe developer, I knew how long to cook a turkey, but my experience must have made me flippant.