How to (Really) Carve the Perfect Turkey in Six Simple Steps

You already know that turkey is the most important part of the Thanksgiving meal. Why else would we call the holiday Turkey Day? But while many home cooks think nothing of spending hours upon hours brining, basting, and baking the perfect bird, when it comes to serving the thing, most of us fall apart, turning instead to Uncle Jim or Grandpa Fred to do the honors and get the applause.

This year, though, is going to be different. The people behind the classic cookbook Joy of Cooking are sharing the six basic steps you need to know to tackle turkey carving, so that you can grab that knife yourself and finally get the credit you deserve for mastering the main course.