How To Carve A Turkey

Video- How To Carve A Turkey

If you’ve never carved a turkey, the task ahead of you this Thanksgiving could be a bit daunting.  Here is a short video (and written instructions) on how to do it with just a little less hassle.

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How To Carve a Turkey

What You Need

Ingredients
Turkey, roasted and rested

Equipment
Large cutting board, preferably with channels to catch the juices
Sharp chef’s knife

Instructions

1. Remove the legs. Slice the skin close to the breast; pull the leg back until the joint pops out. Press down firmly on the joint to completely sever it. (If you hit bone, shift the knife slightly. The joint should cut cleanly, with a sharp crunch.)
2. Remove the breasts. Slice along the ribcage until the breast meat comes away.
3. Remove the wings. Pull them back, as you did the legs, and cut at the joint.
4. Separate the thigh from the drumstick. Twist the leg and the thigh slightly to expose the joint. Cut them apart at the joint,
5. Slice the thighs. Cut the meat off the bone at an angle, skin-side up.
6. Slice the breasts. Also at an angle, skin side up.

Notes

• If not serving immediately, tent the platter with foil to keep it warm.
• If covered with foil, you can also keep the platter in a warm oven (200°F).