Explain It to Me Talk turkey to me
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Nov 23, 2025 
Join Chef Hamil Whaley, a culinary expert, as he shares essential turkey-cooking tips and techniques for a perfect Thanksgiving feast. Historian Troy Bickham uncovers the fascinating rise of turkey as the holiday's star, linking it to themes of nationalism and commercialization. Gastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha provides insights on digestion, explaining how to enjoy the meal without post-feast regret. She suggests strategies to avoid overeating and debunks myths about turkey-induced sleepiness, ensuring your Thanksgiving is tasty and healthy!
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Butterball Fielded Wild Thanksgiving Calls
- Butterball's Turkey Talk Line fields wild calls like turkeys cooked with sink stoppers trapped under a wing.
- They also get questions about thawing in hot tubs and lost turkeys in snowbanks.
Thaw Safely With Time Or Cold Water
- Thaw turkeys in the refrigerator on a pan, estimating about 4 pounds per day.
- Or use cold-water thawing in packaging, changing water every 30 minutes to speed thawing.
Why Turkey Fit Thanksgiving
- Turkey became a staple because it's a large, cheap festival bird plentiful in North American forests.
- Its size and seasonality made it ideal for harvest celebrations and broad adoption.