For the brine: In a large pot on medium-high heat, add 6 quarts (24 cups) water and the salt, peppercorns, sage, thyme and lemon. Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer and simmer until the salt is ...

I’m no stranger to roasting turkeys. I cooked my first Thanksgiving dinner at 21, and in the decades to follow, I’ve tried just about every imaginable technique for cooking that holiday bird. Well, I ...

If you buy your turkey from a butcher, you might be able to ask for it spatchcocked! Otherwise, there are plenty of online tutorials. You’re basically cutting out the backbone with poultry shears so ...

Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Stir 1 tablespoon salt into the water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle boil. Cook ...