Six ways to cook a turkey

Looking for a new spin on the traditional turkey? Here are 6 ideas to wow your guests this holiday season -- plus some tips for preparing a lighter feast.

For many cooks, roasting a turkey in the oven is the tried-and-true method to prepare a traditional holiday feast. It’s relatively simple, it’s practically an art form and it allows a busy cook the time and attention to deal with preparing the rest of the meal. However, if you’re willing to break with tradition this year, you might just find a new technique that will “wow” your guests.

Before embarking on a turkey preparation adventure, you’ll need to determine your needs:

- How much do you need? Some techniques take longer than others and aren’t suitable for turkeys larger than 12-16 pounds.