Thanksgiving Recipes Feature Turkey, Grilled Alternatives

The recipes offer ways to make Thanksgiving mains more flavorful and reliable. One approach cuts a 12–14-pound turkey into pieces and uses a peppery dry brine and a soy, vinegar, brown sugar and citrus glaze to help the meat cook evenly and develop browned skin. Another keeps the bird whole, dry-brines it for up to two days, then roasts it with butter and a tangy honey-herb glaze. For cooks seeking an alternative or an additional centerpiece, grilling ideas include five-spice rotisserie pork with caramelized pineapple and blackened Santa Maria tri-tip.