Turkey Cooking Guide: Moist Roasts, Burgers & Leftovers

Roasting a moist turkey involves proper temperature control and techniques like butterflying or using a convection oven. Explore quick turkey burger recipes and creative ways to transform leftovers into festive meals.

Homemade Turkey Burger on a Bun

How to Cook a Turkey Burger on the Stove

If you're primed for a juicy turkey burger, don't let a lack of a barbecue or a grill deter you. Turkey burgers cooked in the oven or in a skillet on the stove top are just as good.

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How to Cook Turkey Links on the Stove

If you enjoy the savory flavor of link sausage but you're concerned about the fat and calorie content of pork, consider a switch to turkey link sausage. Three fresh pork link sausages contain approximately 165 calories and 15 grams of fat, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Nutrient Database.

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hot dogs

How to Cook Turkey Franks

Turkey franks are a healthy, low-fat alternative to traditional pork or beef franks. According to Brown University Nutrition Academic Award Program, turkey franks contain 8 to 11 fat g, depending on the brand, while beef and pork franks contain 12 to 18 g.

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Pork chop, boiled potatoes and vegetables

How to Bake Turkey Chops

Turkey chops are thin, bone-in 4- to-8-ounce slices cut from the breast of a turkey. The tender chops look and taste much like lamb, veal or pork chops and use similar cooking techniques. However, turkey chops are lower in fat and calories.

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