Turkey cooking guides & inspiration

How to defrost a turkey

Buying a frozen turkey in advance is a great way to spread the cost of Christmas. Unsure how to safely defrost a turkey and cook it? We're here to help!

How to cook a turkey crown

Spend and waste less this Christmas with Jamie’s guide on how to cook the crown of a turkey – a budget-friendly alternative to your Christmas centrepiece!

Our top turkey recipes

Roast turkey is undoubtedly the ultimate festive centrepiece. Whatever occasion you’re cooking for, our top turkey recipes will do you right.

How to debone a turkey leg

Learn how to remove and debone a turkey leg with our handy step-by-step guide, then give Jamie’s easy turkey – 2 ways recipe a go!

12 ways to use up leftover turkey

Make the most of your leftover turkey with our Boxing Day recipes for a delicious turkey pie, creamy turkey soup and the ultimate turkey sandwich.

Buying the perfect Christmas turkey

Turkey is the traditional centre piece for any Christmas dinner so here's our guide to buying the perfect Christmas turkey.

Turkey ideas for Thanksgiving

This Thanksgiving, buy good-quality bird and use these turkey ideas to reap the rewards for a better dinner and better leftovers.

Recipes for the ultimate Thanksgiving

Really look after loved ones with a show-stopping Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings

52 Festive alternatives to turkey

Diversify your Christmas dinner this year with our tasty no-turkey recipes.

A guide to Christmas turkeys

Choosing a turkey for Christmas is a fine art – no one wants to end up with something that’s too big to fit into the oven or too small for your party!

16 clever Christmas leftover recipes

Don’t know what to do with Christmas leftovers? From Boxing Day brunch recipes to a comforting pie, make the most of your leftovers with these recipes.

12 days of Christmas super food

This is a guide to the top 12 nutritious foods to include on your menu this Christmas, and how to cook them for the biggest benefits.

How to make turkey soup

There’s no reason why festive leftovers can’t be just as exciting as Christmas dinner itself. Learn how to make turkey soup and you'll be in for a treat!

Jamie’s Christmas Day Masterplan

We’ve worked out the perfect running plan for your Christmas Day cooking. Here's exactly what to do and when, designed to remove any stress in the kitchen.

Tips & timings for perfect turkey

Jamie’s trusted checklist for how to cook a turkey at Christmas. From how long to rest it to how to cook a turkey crown, Jamie’s got your back!

Jamie’s handy meat roasting guide

We’ve created a super-useful chart to guide you, covering all the big-hitters, including turkey, duck, goose, chicken, beef, pork and lamb.

How to carve a turkey

Carve your Christmas turkey like a pro with Jamie Oliver's brilliant tips for slicing your meat at the table and also behind the scenes