Thanksgiving Turkeys & More

Find the perfect turkey, ham, or pork recipe to anchor your holiday meal.

Roasted Turkey with Béarnaise Butter

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Roasted Turkey with Béarnaise Butter

This classic roasted turkey is made even more divine with a rich Béarnaise Butter. Garnish with roasted onions, fresh herb sprigs, and grapes.

Citrus-Grilled Turkey Breast

Citrus-Grilled Turkey Breast

Cranberry Salsa is the perfect match for Citrus-Grilled Turkey Breast. Garnish with fresh cranberries, lemon leaves, and grilled citrus slices for an impressive Thanksgiving spread.

Apple-Bourbon Turkey and Gravy

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Apple-Bourbon Turkey and Gravy

Apple slices and aromatic vegetables line the roasting pan, creating a colorful rack that adds terrific flavor to both the turkey and pan juices.

Creole Deep-Fried Turkey

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Creole Deep-Fried Turkey

Southerners love to fry their food, and there's no stopping us when it comes to our Thanksgiving turkey. Give this fried turkey recipe a try and enjoy the flavors that only deep-frying can create.

Southern Living Recipe: Honey-Bourbon Glazed Ham

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Honey-Bourbon Glazed Ham

Roasting ham with cloves makes for a showstopping Southern classic. Your family and friends are sure to love the flavorful sweet glaze. For a twist, try Honey-Bourbon Boneless Glazed Ham.

Roasted Dry-Rub Turkey with Gravy

Roasted Dry-Rub Turkey with Gravy

This recipe, with its Paprika-Brown Sugar Rub, yields a turkey with dark crusty skin. That’s good—it will remind you of the crispy outside pieces of barbecued meats.

Roast Pork with Garlic-Onion Gravy

Roast Pork with Garlic-Onion Gravy

This Cajun-inspired dish is an elegant treatment for a pork shoulder or Boston butt roast. These affordable cuts are full of flavor. Thinly slice any leftovers and serve on your favorite roll for a delicious lunch or a quick supper.

Sweet-Hot Plum Glazed Ham

Sweet-Hot Plum-Glazed Ham

You guest will love the sweet-hot glaze on this ham. Garnish with wintry herbs for a holiday presentation.

Garlic-Herb Roasted Chicken

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Garlic-Herb Roasted Chicken

Thyme, rosemary, parsley, and sage give this chicken a rustic flavor you'll love. Roast with winter veggies for a complete meal.

Grilled Pork Roast

Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Grilled Pork Roast

The robust herb crust of Grilled Pork Roast pairs beautifully with sweet-tart Fruit Compote. Keep leftover compote for up to two weeks and serve with goat cheese or Brie and crusty bread for a wonderful snack or appetizer. 

Two Alarm Deep-Fried Turkey

Deep-Fried Turkey

Fry your turkey for extra moist, flavorful meat that will taste perfect with your spread of sides and desserts.

Baby Back Ribs With Jackie’s Dry Rub

Baby Back Ribs With Jackie’s Dry Rub

Take a break from the traditional turkey meal and try a relaxed, lively cookout complete with ribs, cheese grits, and butter beans. You’ll enjoy all the warmth and spirit of the holiday as well as food so good you won’t even miss the turkey and dressing.

Herb-Roasted Turkey

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Herb-Roasted Turkey

Turn up the flavor on classic Thanksgiving fare with this show-stopping bird.

Delta Roasted Turkey with Million-Dollar Gravy

Delta Roasted Turkey with Million-Dollar Gravy

The cornerstone dish for the holiday meal is turkey, and this recipe is a winner. Its unusual method, which comes to us from reader Elizabeth Heiskell, produces a crisp exterior with incredibly juicy meat.

Brown Sugar Bourbon Baked Ham

Brown Sugar Bourbon Baked Ham

Delicious warm or cold, this Southern Living favorite is the ultimate make-ahead main dish. Basting delivers big flavor and a beautiful glaze with little effort.

Roasted Turkey Stuffed with Hazelnut Dressing

Roasted Turkey Stuffed with Hazelnut Dressing

For a nutty twist on traditional turkey, add toasted hazlenuts or pecans to your dressing. Garnish with fresh collard greens, nuts, kumquats, and pomegranates.

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