Cooking Turkey for Beginners - An Easy Step-by-Step Turkey Recipe
By John Mitzewich, About.com Guide
Tie the Turkey's Legs
Turkey Recipe Step-by-Step - How to Cook a Turkey
Photo © John Mitzewich
Tie the turkey's leg together with some kitchen twine, or plain dental floss.
Prev
- What You Need to Roast a Perfect Turkey
- Prep the Aromatic Vegetables, Spices, and Flavored Butter
- Season the Inside of the Turkey
- Tie the Turkey's Legs
- Loosen the Turkey's Skin for the Butter
- Push Butter Under the Turkey Skin
- Season the Outside of the Turkey
- Cover the Turkey Breasts with Foil
- Roasting the Turkey
- Letting the Turkey Rest Before Serving
Explore American Food
Must Reads
About.com Special Features
Holiday Leftover Ideas
Recipe ideas to turn your leftovers into a delicious meal. More >
All-Star Football Food
Try these gameday recipes that are sure to please any fan. More >
©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.
All rights reserved.