How To
Find the best methods on everything from choosing your turkey to carving it. We have detailed tips and videos to help make your meal a tasty success.
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Our Turkey Talk-Line experts tested trends in the Taste Kitchen to inspire hosts and find out what’s worth serving up to family and friends this Thanksgiving.
How to Choose
Fresh or frozen? Big or small? We can help you choose the right turkey for your next gathering with our how-to video.
How To Thaw
What's the best way to thaw your turkey? Let us show you how with our video. We also have instructions on how to thaw other Butterball® products.
How To Roast
Roasting is the most common way to cook a turkey. Follow our tips and tricks to get your perfect roast!
How to Make Butterball’s Ready to Roast
No thaw. No prep. All kinds of delicious. Our Ready to Roast turkey will help make your holiday season a little easier.
How To Stuff
Stuffing is a favorite around the holidays, but it's important to consider food safety when you stuff your turkey. We can show you the proper method with our how-to video.
How To Spatchcock
Learn this method and have a perfectly golden-brown turkey in no time.
How to Deep Fry
This cooking method gives you amazingly delicious results, but it's important to follow instructions carefully when using a deep fryer. View our instructions for both electric and propane fryers.
How To Air Fry
Try out this new tasty trend for a light fry and crispiness.
How To Brine
Brining can give your turkey a completely different, and delicious flavor. Let us show you how to do it with our brining recipes.
How to Check for Doneness
Is the turkey done yet? You may have heard of lots of different ways to check. But there’s only one way to be sure: using a meat thermometer to check the temperature.
How To Carve
The final touch to a delicious meal is the way you carve the turkey. Don't be intimidated! We can show you the easiest way to carve with our how-to video.
Food Safety Essentials
Our commitment to food safety doesn’t end when our products leave the store. We want you to have the information you need to store, prepare, and enjoy your meal safely.
How To Inject a Turkey
Looking to add flavor this Thanksgiving? Try injecting your turkey with a favorite marinade - it's simple, easy and provides great flavor.
How To Marinate
When you know the basics of marinating, you can become a flavor connoisseur. Let us show you the steps and some great recipes, too.
How To Grill
Grilling is a great way to bring friends together. Add a Butterball® turkey, and your next outdoor gathering will become a memorable feast.
How To Smoke
An amazing smoked flavor is achievable when you follow these step-by-step instructions. And with a Butterball® turkey, all your efforts will be worth it.
How to Rotisserie Roast
Crispy and evenly browned, rotisserie cooking will leave you with an intensely flavorful turkey thatʼs easy to prepare. View our instructions to find out what you need to cook a crisp rotisserie turkey.
How To Place a Meat Thermometer
Unsure of how to check if your turkey is done cooking by taking its temperature with a meat thermometer? It’s simple. Check a few key places to know when your turkey is done.
How to Make a Leftover Turkey Sandwich
Got leftovers? Make turkey sandwiches. Here’s a recipe that will turn your Thanksgiving dinner leftovers into a sandwich that transcends “just” sandwiches.
How to Have a Gluten-Free Holiday Dinner
You can find many gluten-free turkey options with Butterball, but that’s not true of everything on the Thanksgiving table. Check out gluten-free recipe options this holiday.