Best Thanksgiving turkey recipes

Okay, so you drew the short straw this year: The gang is coming to your house for Thanksgiving. The panic is beginning to set in

While everyone else is watching football, you’ll be in the kitchen, preparing the perfect bird and all the trimmings. Or, that’s the plan, at least.

Problem is, you’ve never cooked a turkey before.

Fear not. AllRecipes.com has plenty of options for you to consider before the fateful day arrives. The Web site gathers up recipes from readers and features some of the best.

Submitted for your perusal is this baker’s dozen of turkey recipes, from the basic to the exotic. Check ‘em out and see if you can find a way to keep your cool, retain your sanity, and maybe even earn some rave reviews.

Here goes:

Homestyle Turkey, the Michigander Way

Rosemary Roasted Turkey

Perfect Turkey

A Simply Perfect Roast Turkey

Turkey in a Smoker

Deep-Fried Turkey

Turkey in a Bag

Grilled Whole Turkey

The Best Ugly Turkey

Upside Down Turkey

Awesome Tangerine-Glazed Turkey

Maple Roast Turkey

Roast Turkey with Tasty Chestnut Stuffing

To see more, and to get tips on how to prepare stuffing and side dishes, visit AllRecipes.com.

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