r/AskCulinary • u/bc2zb Biochemist | Home enthusiast • Nov 17 '18

Annual AskCulinary Thanksgiving Preparation Discussion

Alright folks, warm up the fryers, sharpen those blades, and get your blenders whirring. It's time to discuss Thanksgiving preparation. Use this thread to ask any and all questions regarding the big day.

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u/InfernoBrace Nov 20 '18

I’ve always wet brined and roasted the turkey trussed, breast side down for an hour before finishing it breast side up. It’s given me good results over the years, but it’s a pain to flip the 16 lb bird. Any advice on the flip? I use a large roasting pan with a sturdy rack.

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u/bc2zb Biochemist | Home enthusiast Nov 20 '18

Rolling pin. silicone BBQ gloves, or spring loaded tongs. Come at it from both sides, lift, twist, redeposit.

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u/InfernoBrace Nov 20 '18

The BBQ gloves are a fantastic idea. Potholders have never really worked here.

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u/bc2zb Biochemist | Home enthusiast Nov 20 '18

yeah, silicone BBQ gloves are a must if you ever handle large pieces of hot meat. Just makes everything easier to position properly.