Buying the right turkey to serve the right amount of guests is hard to nail, even for some more experienced cooks. To reduce the waste that holiday feasts tend to create, the 'Your Turkey Tips' infographic provides a few helpful facts to help cooks prepare for the Christmas meal.
Common mistakes that result in undercooked birds are overstuffing and not including a foil cover while mishaps for mealy overcooked turkeys are caused because of lack of basting. Taking into account the different types of ovens and whether they are fan-assisted or not, the infographic provides tips and tricks to cook the perfect turkey for the family.
While everyone sits at the table with an empty stomach in anticipation, leftovers are bound to happen so don't be afraid to freeze some of the juicy goodness for later.
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Buying the Right Turkey for Christmas is a Feast Essential
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