Now, it’s one thing to count your blessings and share fond memories at the dinner table this Thanksgiving, but there’s something else of high importance as well: the turkey! Let’s look at some of the best and some of the most out of the box turkey recipes for you to try out this year for the holidays. 

Traditional Tried And True Roasted Turkey Dinner Recipe

As straightforward and proudly American as apple pie, this roast turkey recipe yields two things: spectacular turkey and no surprises. With this recipe you can expect a juicy, flavorful, and well cooked bird and only the bare minimum of traditional spices to go with it. If you’re looking for a crowd pleaser for a picky audience, then this is your best bet. Check out the full recipe including the ingredient guide here at Delish.com. 

A Turkey That Is A Little More Adventurous: Ranch Dressing Dry Rub Roasted Turkey

Ranch dressing isn’t exactly the first thing people think of when they are thinking of Thanksgiving flavors, but this variation can be a pure hit. Who doesn’t love ranch dressing? This is a great step outside of the traditional roast turkey but it isn’t too wild and crazy. It is safe while still being different and most importantly, delicious. Check out the full recipe here to see for yourself. 

A Little Wilder: Bacon Wrapped Turkey

Seriously. This is a real recipe. Bacon. Wrapped. Roast Turkey. Is covering an entire 20 pound turkey in fat strips of juicy bacon entirely necessary? Absolutely not. Is it going to be mind blowingly delicious and will have you dreaming about it all year. Absolutely yes! 

This is one of those recipes that reminds me of the great Jeff Goldbloom quote from Jurassic Park, “Yeah, yeah, but your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could that they didn't stop to think if they should.” So, should you try bacon wrapped turkey this year? I think we both know the answer to that one. Full recipe here.

Way Outside The Box: Hot Cheetos Turkey

There’s not much to say here but to leave you with a warning. There is no middle ground with this turkey. Yes, it is a spicy roasted turkey covered in Flaming Hot Cheetos crumbs. Yes, it is going to be delicious if you are a fan of those things. And, yes, it will absolutely terrify your in-laws if they are not up for this kind of thing. Use at your own risk, but have fun with it! Either way, your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner will be unforgettable. Here’s the recipe. You have been warned! (Plus, if you make this, please let us know on our social media! We would love to see pictures and hear your thoughts!)