not actually planning on making turkey this week, but possibly at Xmas.

hmm...I actually have enough lead time this year to try dry brining. Must remember to get big bag on the way home today. (along w/cranberries)

I tried this a few years ago; the soup I made turned out pretty lousy, but I think that was mostly a poor choice of noodles. (whole wheat. bleh.) Might give it another shot. Comments have some good notes about safer cooling methods.

salt rub. I think I still have enough time to actually do this one, and I find it rather tempting. need to pick up some salt today, I think.

brining. the idea kinda wigged C out, although I hear good things about the results.

looks yummy. I have my own chili recipe, adapted from the naked chef. secret ingredient is refried beans. ;)

this turned out pretty well. next year: keep it covered a little longer, as the very top of the breast got a little dry during the browning phase.