It totally reduced my holiday cooking anxiety.

She said, I have to say, Im not a comfortable cook.

Even after all this time.

Ina Garten Roast Turkey

Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer

Ina, shes just like us!

I can highly relate to this feeling.

Whatever the reason, my coping strategy has always been to plan extensively ahead.

Luckily, per usual, Ina has a solution for this.

in advance so you’ve got the option to spare yourself the last minute turkey carving chaos.

Since the turkey is sitting on flavorful gravy, it will retain its moisture beautifully.

How easy is that?

First, she opts for a dry brine which deeply seasons the meat and helps it to retain moisture.