Health Benefits of Turkey

5 Surprising Myths about Turkey

It’s time to talk turkey. Here, we debunk some popular notions surrounding the centerpiece of many a Thanksgiving meal
By Emily G. W. Chau fitbie
 

The Best Way to Cook Turkey Is Long and Low

Turkey meat has a reputation for being dry—especially if you stick to the healthier white meat parts—but slow roasting a bird at a low temperature to keep it tender and moist isn’t the best course of action. The USDA recommends that you set your oven no lower than 325°F when cooking a turkey, because cooking your bird at a low temperature increases the risk for bacteria growth. Instead, to keep your turkey moist, keep the skin on and cook it wrapped in cheesecloth, recommend the Nutrition Twins. Even if you don’t eat the skin, the meat will be juicier than if you cooked it without.

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