Here’s a pro move: Cook stuffing separately. A small turkey cavity is tiny. You can fit maybe a cup of stuffing. That’s pathetic. Bake it in a dish. More surface area. More crispy bits.
Or stuff it anyway, but be ready for a game of turkey Tetris. You’ll be packing bread cubes with surgical precision. It’s ridiculous. It’s fun. Own the ridiculousness.
Here's How To Cook The PERFECT Turkey For Xmas Dinner
Quirky fact: The smallest turkey ever sold commercially was 6 pounds. That’s for two people. Or one very hungry person with a dream. You’re not that person. You have dignity.
The Brine-naissance
Small turkeys brine fast. A 10-pounder in a bucket of salty water takes 12 to 24 hours. That’s a overnight hotel stay for your bird. It wakes up juicy and forgiving.
Funny detail: You can brine in a clean garbage bag. Yes, a garbage bag. Line it with a trash bag liner. Your fridge will look like a crime scene. But the bird? Perfect.
Or skip the brine. A small turkey doesn’t need as much help. It’s naturally tender. Like a puppy. But edible.
