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How to Cook a Yummy Turkey for Thanksgiving Getting Ready for the Big Feast Thanksgiving is a special time when families come together to enjoy a big meal. The star of the show is usually a delicious turkey. But how do you make sure your turkey is the best it can be? Let's find out! Picking the Right Turkey First, you need to choose a turkey. Make sure it's big enough to feed everyone at your table. A good rule is to have about one pound of turkey per person. If you have ten people coming over, get a ten-pound turkey. Thawing the Turkey If your turkey is frozen, you need to thaw it before cooking. The safest way is to let it sit in the fridge for a few days. Plan ahead so it's ready to cook on Thanksgiving Day. Prepping the Turkey Before you cook the turkey, take out the giblets. These are usually in a little bag inside the turkey. You can use them to make gravy if you want. Then, pat the turkey dry with paper towels. Seasoning the Turkey Now it's time to add some flavo...