Cost Breakdown

Critical Success Points

• • Spreading butter under the skin ensures moisture from the inside
• • Removing the cheesecloth and raising oven temperature creates a crisp skin
• • Resting the turkey before carving prevents juice loss

Safety Warnings

• • Handle raw turkey with separate cutting board and wash hands thoroughly to avoid cross‑contamination.
• • Hot butter and stock can cause burns; use oven mitts and handle with care.
• • Use a calibrated meat thermometer to ensure safe internal temperature.