How to Carve a Turkey in 6 Simple Steps

Don't let turkey anxiety get the better of you this Thanksgiving: carving your beautiful bird into equally beautiful servings isn't nearly as hard as it looks. All you need is a sharp knife, a carving fork, and patience.

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STEP 1

Steadying the turkey with a carving fork, remove the leg at its joint with a sharp knife. On a plate set out for cutting (not the serving platter) separate the drumstick from the thigh.