It's easy to miscalculate how much turkey your Thanksgiving party will eat. Those tasked with cooking the meal may feel the burden of having to feed so many mouths and overshoot the proper amount. At ...

We recommend planning for 1¼ pounds of turkey per person. Large groups may be easier to feed with two smaller birds rather than one large turkey. Our quick chart and tips help you buy, cook, and serve ...

It's no secret that Thanksgiving is one of the best holiday meals you'll ever eat — aside from the Fourth of July barbecue meals. But what makes this holiday dinner the best is the turkey! And the ...

Something wild has happened with turkey prices that's going to make the cost of cooking the Thanksgiving meal more palatable to families on a tight budget. "There's been a big collapse in retail ...

Picture your holiday turkey: Do you see the bronze bird as the centerpiece of a feast? Or do you envision a platter of crisp-skinned thighs nestled among a few favorite dishes for an intimate ...

Historically, the turkey has accounted for an average of 43% of the total dinner cost. But in 2025, a 16-pound turkey represents only 39% of the cost for a 10-person dinner—its lowest share since 2000 ...

Sweet potatoes may be stars; cornbread dressing a contender. Dinner rolls are divine and green bean casserole a go-to. But Thanksgiving dinner isn’t complete without turkey. Given the emphasis placed ...

While the holiday is meant to give thanks, it always feels like after shopping you’ve broken the bank. How much does Thanksgiving cost in Springfield? This year, The State Journal-Register is on the ...