HOW TO COOK THE PERFECT TURKEY 🦃Ingredients 6 tbsp coarse kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal) 2 tbsp baking powder 11⁄2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, divided, plus more to season 12–16 lb (5.5–7.25kg) turkey (or larger), fully thawed, neck and giblets removed 10 sprigs fresh thyme 1⁄2 bunch parsley 2–3 small onions, halved, divided 2–3 small apples, halved, divided 6 tbsp avocado oil or more, divided Nonstick olive oil or avocado oil spray, to coat The preheated pizza stone allows the legs to cook at a higher temperature than the rest of the turkey so every part is cooked to perfection. 🦃How to cook the perfect Turkey 1. In a small bowl, combine the salt, baking powder, and 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper. Sprinkle—do not rub— the salt mixture evenly over the entire turkey until coated. Place a rack in a large rimmed baking sheet. Place the turkey on the rack. Refrigerate, uncovered, for 12 to 48 hours to dry brine. 2. Remove the turkey from the refrigerator 1 hour before roasting. The b...