#29: Cooking A Big Turkey for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving, a holiday steeped in tradition, historically features a hefty 30-pound turkey as its centerpiece. Recently, millennials have shifted this norm, with preferences leaning towards more modest 12-14 pound turkeys, and some even selecting options as petite as 6 pounds. This trend reflects changing tastes and perhaps practical considerations for the festive feast.

The move towards smaller Thanksgiving turkeys among millennials isn’t just about size preference; it’s a cultural shift towards potluck gatherings and an inclination for free-range birds, which tend to be smaller. This trend speaks to a broader desire to minimize waste, the challenges of preparing a large turkey, and a gradual decline in the tradition of cooking an elaborate Thanksgiving meal.