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Our three-step herb paste strategy addresses all of that, leading to bright, complex flavor in every bite. Even better? A baking stone trick ensures white and dark meat finish roasting at the same time. Two additional herb combinations (herbes de Provence and lemon or sage and fenugreek) help you please your particular crowd. [“] This was my first time cooking a whole turkey, and it came out wonderfully! So tasty and moist with crisp skin. –Lynn P. D., All-Access Member [”] [Icon] Test Kitchen Technique [Rubbing herbs under turkey skin]( Herbs Under the Skin Flavor compounds from the garlic powder and pepper will penetrate the meat while the skin air-dries in the fridge. During roasting, the skin will protect the herbs from burning. [Herb butter for turkey]( In the Basting Butter The basting butter doubles down on the herb flavor and enhances the skin’s browning. 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It turns out that the unorthodox mixing method developed for the vodka pie dough was much more important in preventing excess gluten formation than the liquid component in the recipe, so the vodka isn’t really needed. We got to work developing an all-butter, spirit-free dough that was easy for everyone (novices and pie artists) to work with and bakes up like a dream. Have butter, flour, a little sugar, salt, and water? You’re in business. [“] Look no further, this recipe is FANTASTIC! It makes the absolute best single crust pie dough. The secret? Simply, follow the directions. It’s really very easy. Truly magnificent and noteworthy. People will rave. –Raje W., All-Access Member [”] [Icon] Related Recipes [Dutch Apple Pie; Mile-High Lemon Meringue Pie; French Silk Chocolate Pie]( Master pie crust, impress your guests. [Start All Access]( Act now. Ace Thanksgiving. 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