Birds like chicken, duck, quail, and Cornish hens are smaller, worthy alternatives to the traditional Thanksgiving turkey.

Whether it be for Thanksgiving, Christmas or a regular weekend, here’s an easy turkey recipe that boasts crispy skin and lots ...

To make the perfect oven-roasted turkey for your holiday dinner, dry-brining with a homemade spice rub is absolutely ...

A garlicky herb rub and lots of vegetables make this Cornish hen recipe a winner. Learn how to prepare Cornish Hens at home.

To make the perfect oven-roasted turkey for your holiday dinner, dry-brining with a homemade spice rub is absolutely ...

Here’s America’s Test Kitchen’s method for cooking the bird, plus recipes for mashed potatoes with parsnips and gravy.

Remove turkey from brine and rinse under cool running water. Pat it dry inside and out with paper towels. Place turkey breast ...

These are the only three rules you need to remember for a crisp-skinned, juicy, and perfectly seasoned Thanksgiving turkey. Bonus: They apply to weeknight chicken, too.

Roast: Roast the covered bird until cooked through, basting often. Once the turkey has reached the proper temperature, unwrap ...

The chefs recommend soaking a turkey in a wet brine, which is typically made with water and salt, and sometimes sugar, ...

We asked real kitchen pros for advice on successfully cooking your next holiday feast with less stress and less expense, too.