The days leading up to Thanksgiving usually go something like this: You pull your turkey out of the freezer over the weekend and leave it in the refrigerator to thaw until the holiday. You unwrap and ...

I know what you’re thinking: Cook a turkey — from frozen — for Thanksgiving? Yes, it’s true. It can be done. Every year, one of the most common questions the legendary Butterball Turkey Talk-Line gets ...

The time for Thanksgiving prep is now. Whether you’re a plan-months-in-advance person, a prep-the-week-of individual or a save-it-for-the-last-day type, one thing almost everyone will be thinking ...

Fresh turkeys can be kept in the refrigerator for 1-2 days before cooking. They are ready to prepare. Frozen turkeys can be purchased weeks before Thanksgiving, but they should be stored in the ...

All about if it's safe to eat, or if it's time to toss it. Proper storage can keep a frozen turkey safe for months, but time, temperature, and handling all impact the quality and safety of your bird.

Having the oven in use for long periods of time with the Thanksgiving turkey can make prepping the holiday meal a challenge. Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee recommends alternate ...

While the mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie are all key components of a traditional Thanksgiving menu, nothing says Turkey Day quite like turkey. Cooking a feast requires a lot of planning, so many opt ...

Just like making a whole bird, the cooking time for precooked turkey breast depends on the weight. Follow these cooking tips to keep it moist and flavorful.

Here are some quick and safe ways to thaw a frozen turkey, even at the very last minute. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 Thanksgiving is almost here! If you're planning to cook the big bird, the USDA ...