How To Carve The Perfect Turkey
Remove The Drumsticks
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With a sharp knife, slice through the skin between the breast and drumstick.
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Pull the drumstick and thigh away from the breast.
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Cut between the joint and the thigh. Repeat on other side starting with Step 1.
Remove the Breasts
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Cut down the center of the breastbone along
one side.
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Follow the curve of the breastbone and cut down the side, staying as close to the bone as possible.
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Once you get to the wing joint, move your knife to the outside of the turkey and make a long horizontal cut at the bottom of the rib cage.
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Cut in a single piece and place breast on a cutting board. Repeat on other side starting with Step 4.
Remove the Wings
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With the tip of your knife, cut each wing at its shoulder joint and place off to the side.
Slice The Breast Meat
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Slice each breast portion against the grain into
½-inch slices.
Plate and Serve
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Arrange on a platter and serve.