Turkey 101
All you need to know to buy, cook, and carve your Thanksgiving bird.
Sunset; James Carrier; Ojai Roast Turkey with Rosemary, Lemon, and Garlic
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Buying the Thanksgiving Bird
There are basically seven different types of whole turkeys: frozen, fresh, natural, organic, free-range, heritage, and kosher. Frozen is the cheapest and most widely available. The drawbacks: you'll need considerable time to thaw in the refrigerator, and it may be injected with a salt solution to keep moist. See Sunset.com's "Pick the Perfect Turkey" for a quick primer on the differences between the turkey types.
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