How often should the turkey be basted — and at what point in the cooking process?
Basting progress — start roasting in a preheated oven at 375 degrees. After the first 30 minutes baste every 20 minutes. Q: What spices or ingredients can be used to add a different taste to the turkey? A: Turkey meat is fairly bland. I like to stud the turkey with garlic spikes and rosemary, rub kosher salt and pepper with butter around the turkey. Also, you can season the cavity. Q: What ingredients can make a side dish extra special? A: The cranberry mold can be made using orange peel and a touch of Triple Sec or Grand Marnier. Also, I like fixing a Brussels sprout hash and jazzing it up with apple and bacon. Q: The most important thing to remember when cooking a turkey is . . . A: Watching the temperature and basting so there is no overcooking or drying of the turkey. Mauler also offered up the following side dish recipes: Brussels Sprouts hash 2 pounds fresh brussels sprouts 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 strips bacon, finely chopped 2 apples, cored and diced 1 onion, finely chopped salt an
