10 ideas for how to cook turkey for Christmas

From dry brining to spatchcocking, there's many ways to cook turkey

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It's impossible to deny the fact that turkey is the star of the holiday dinner table. There's nothing quite like a perfectly-roasted whole turkey being carved at the table, and let's be honest, leftover turkey is pretty damn awesome too.

Whether you're roasting a whole bird, a couple bone-in turkeys or otherwise, we've got a few ideas to help you make your turkey taste extra delicious this holiday season.

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Holiday recipe: Maple and brown sugar brined turkey

Try dry brining your turkey for delicious results this holiday season

Image for Chef Suzanne Barr's whole jerk turkey

Chef Suzanne Barr's whole jerk turkey

A game-changing spin on the traditional roast turkey

Image for Chef Chuck Hughes shares his recipe for lemon dill roast turkey

Try out this easy recipe for lemon dill roast turkey

A tasty spin on the classic roast turkey to try out this holiday season

Ricardo's orange and honey turkey breasts

A slow cooker recipe, just in time for fall.

Image for Chef Andrea Buckett's roast turkey with gingerbread glaze

Chef Andrea Buckett's roast turkey with gingerbread glaze

Using gingerbread as inspiration, Buckett creates a deliciously memorable turkey for the holidays

Image for Cider-and-citrus-brined turkey breasts

Cider-and-citrus-brined turkey breasts

How to get creative with brining your turkey before you roast it

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Garlic and brown sugar dry-brined turkey

Try brining your turkey before roasting for delicious results

Image for Chef Adrian Forte’s Jamaican jerk turkey wings

Chef Adrian Forte’s Jamaican jerk turkey wings

A quick and delicious grilled turkey recipe from chef Adrian Forte

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Try this interesting lavender-honey-glazed turkey recipe

A unique glaze to try out on turkey this season

Bal Arneson's fabulous spiced turkey

Seriously. It's time to take a different approach to the Thanksgiving turkey.