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.

Close up of roast turkey in oven for christmas dinner

How to Cook a 19-lb Turkey

Published Jul,08 2011  |  By Marcy Reed

A 19-lb. turkey makes for an impressive centerpiece for a holiday celebration or party and provides enough meat to feed a crowd. If you estimate that each person will 1 1/4 lb. of turkey, your 19-lb. turkey will serve 15 people.

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