If you're going to make one Thanksgiving turkey this year (if any at all), please let it be this one. Yes, this recipe involves breaking down the bird into parts before roasting, which means removing the legs and wings and part of the backbone so the turkey can lie mostly flat on a large rimmed baking sheet. This method may sound tedious—we promise it’s easy to do following our step-by-step, or you can ask your butcher to do it—but it has many benefits.

Incredible maple roasted turkey made with a savory herb butter and plenty of sweet pure maple syrup flavor. This whole turkey recipe is perfect for your Thanksgiving table and easy to make thanks to this step-by-step guide on how to cook a turkey!

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Maple-Glazed Turkey

What you need to know to about seasoning, skin, temperature, stuffing, and more to roast a perfect Thanksgiving turkey.

Delight in the harmonious fusion of sweet maple and savory turkey with this Roasted Maple-Glazed Turkey Recipe. Every bite promises a burst of flavors, from the succulent meat to the caramelized, maple-infused exterior. This recipe transforms a traditional roast turkey into a centerpiece dish, perfect for festive occasions and memorable family gatherings. The rich, amber glaze not only enhances the turkey's flavor but also gives it a stunning, glossy finish.

The ONLY turkey recipe you'll ever need. Totally foolproof....juicy, tender and doesn't even need gravy it's so flavorful. | @suburbansoapbox

This dry brine turkey recipe roasts under a butter-soaked cheesecloth, guaranteeing juicy results for the perfect Thanksgiving feast.

I prepare turkey with a taste of Canada in mind. The sweet maple flavor comes through even in the breast meat. You may start to notice it's caramelized color after about 2 hours. That's when I cover it loosely with foil while it finishes cooking. The maple-glazed turkey will stay tender and juicy. —Suzanne Anctil, West Vancouver, British Columbia