Ep 2. Best Turkey Ever

Guy Fieri is back with another season of Guy's Big Bite and in episode 2, he's bringing you the ultimate holiday meal - the best turkey ever! With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Guy is sharing his tips and tricks for creating a turkey that will have your guests begging for seconds.

The episode begins with Guy heading to the grocery store to pick up his ingredients, including a massive 22-pound turkey. But before he gets to cooking, he shows us how to properly clean and season the bird. He starts by removing the giblets and rinsing the turkey inside and out with cold water. Then, he adds a mixture of fragrant herbs like sage, rosemary, and thyme, along with plenty of salt and pepper, to the cavity of the turkey. He also rubs butter all over the skin for a perfect golden-brown finish.

Next up, it's time to prepare the stuffing. Guy opts for a classic bread stuffing with sausage and apples, which he cooks up on the stovetop before stuffing it into the turkey. He warns against over-stuffing the bird, as this can cause it to cook unevenly. Instead, he fills the cavity about halfway full and then trusses the legs together to keep everything in place.

Now it's time to roast the turkey, and Guy has a few tricks up his sleeve for ensuring it cooks evenly and stays moist. First, he covers the entire breast with sliced bacon, which not only adds flavor but also protects the meat from drying out. He also starts cooking the turkey at a high temperature - 450 degrees Fahrenheit - for the first 30 minutes, to give it a nice crispy skin. Then, he lowers the temperature to 350 degrees and covers the turkey with foil to prevent the bacon from burning.

As the turkey cooks, Guy prepares a few sides to accompany the main event. He makes a cranberry sauce with orange zest and Grand Marnier, which he says adds a nice sophisticated touch to the meal. He also whips up some creamy mashed potatoes with lots of butter and heavy cream, and a green bean casserole loaded with mushrooms and crispy fried onions.

Finally, after several hours in the oven, the turkey is done and ready to be carved. Guy shows us his technique for carving the bird, starting with the breast meat and then moving on to the legs and thighs. He also recommends using all the pieces of the turkey, including the bones, to make a flavorful turkey stock that can be used for soups and stews.

With everything ready, it's time to sit down and enjoy the best turkey ever. Guy and his friends dig into the delicious meal, savoring each bite and sharing their favorite holiday memories. Guy reminds us that the holidays are all about coming together and enjoying good food and good company, and this meal certainly delivers on both fronts.

So if you're looking to up your turkey game this holiday season, be sure to tune in to Guy's Big Bite season 18 episode 2, "Best Turkey Ever," for all the tips and tricks you need to create a show-stopping holiday meal that will have your guests talking for years to come.