On Thanksgiving, whether hosting an intimate gathering or preparing a grand celebration for a crowd, roasted turkey is the star of the meal. A large, juicy roasted turkey will enable you to feed a multitude of family and friends. If you’re hosting a smaller group, serving a turkey breast will ensure you enjoy turkey without leftovers for days. To help you make a magnificent Thanksgiving meal, we’re sharing 10 ways to cook your turkey or turkey breast.
Apricot Glazed Turkey Breast
“Basted with a simple glaze, this wonderfully moist and tender turkey bakes to a lovely golden brown. Make it the centerpiece of your holiday table; guests will be glad you did.” – Jamallah
Tasty Thanksgiving Turkey
“I have been trying to find a good turkey recipe for years, and over the past two years have tried several that had the potential, but still just not quite to our liking. This year I took some very basic ideas for seasoning a turkey and keeping it moist and created the following recipe. At our family gathering, this ended up a major hit with absolutely no turkey leftovers!” – Linda
Turkey in a Bag
“This is a neat shortcut for busy cooks! The finished product reminds me of the great turkey dinners my grandmother prepared when I was a kid. For me, that’s the ultimate endorsement.” – Patricia
Herb Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe
“A simple herb roasted turkey breast that makes a great Thanksgiving meal for a small gathering.” – Kevin
Perfect Turkey
“The turkey comes out perfect every time. My family loves how I do a bird so much that we have turkey more than once a year. Juicy, tender, mouth-watering meat, white and dark meat alike.” – JoeyJoan
Easy Turkey With Apples and Glaze
“A very easy, yummy, and moist turkey with a hint of fall.” – Sherry
Brined & Roasted Turkey Breast
“Brining the breast first makes a flavored, juicy turkey.” – Gina
Smoked Turkey Breast
“A smoked turkey breast is a great alternative when serving a smaller crowd. This breast is juicy and tender, perfect for the holidays” – Debbie
Tom Turkey Stuffing
“My mom always made this stuffing for our turkey. I would wait until it came out of the oven to cool and pull off the crispy pieces from the turkey. Yum!” – Lee
Roasted Turkey With Scrumptious Chestnut Stuffing
“I love chestnut stuffing for the added sweetness chestnuts bring. What I’ve always hated about stuffing the bird, though, was that it seemed that by the time the stuffing was cooked and safe to eat, the meat would be a bit dry. I came up with a few solutions this year and the result was amazing!” – Kami