The Ultimate Turkey Guide
Whether you're keeping it traditional with a whole bird or searching for something that's completely stress-free and totally foolproof, we've got you covered. To help you find your perfect Christmas centrepiece, chef Mark Moriarty is on hand to share his failsafe tips on how to choose your turkey.
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FOR TRADITIONALISTS
Whole turkeys
If you’re looking for a traditional centrepiece, a whole bird is the perfect option, as it gives your guests a choice of juicy turkey breast meat, crispy legs or fall-off-the-bone wing meat.
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FOR FUSS-FREE FEASTING
Turkey crowns
In a rush, or want to spend less time in the kitchen? Look no further than a turkey crown. Crowns don’t need to be cooked for as long as a whole turkey – plus, they’re compact, which is great if you’re pushed for oven space. Crowns are ideal if everyone you’re feeding prefers that lighter-tasting white breast meat, and you can get them glazed or stuffed for incredible flavour.
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FOR M&S MAGIC
Our Best Ever
The M&S chefs have done all the hard work for you this year and created Our Best Ever turkey. This totally fool-proof, free-range Pembrokeshire turkey crown has a rich chestnut stuffing and is wrapped in dry-cured bacon. Slow-cooked by our chefs, it takes just over an hour to finish in the oven at home and we’ve included Our Best Ever gravy.
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FOR VEGGIES AND VEGANS
Vegetarian and vegan options
From creamy pies to a stuffed vegan turkey joint that makes a great centrepiece, there are plenty of meat-free and plant-based dishes available at M&S to make sure everyone’s Christmas is magical
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FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT
Turkey alternatives
Fancy a change from turkey? Pull out all the stops with an easy-carve Irish Salt dry-aged beef rib. The foundation of an exceptional beef dish lies in the meat itself. You could also order a responsibly-sourced fish dish or a lamb guard of honour – all are guaranteed to wow the guests around your table!
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