Step away from the microwave.
Whether youre amashed potatofanatic or acornbread casserolefiend, theres no denying that turkey is the star of the show.
Chelsea Edwardsis a Registered Dietitian and the owner ofHuntsville Nutrition Collectivein Huntsville, Alabama.

Credit:Rob Culpepper; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
This helps the turkey retain its moisture.
Microwaving turkey dries it out and can make it rubbery.
Can You Cook Turkey The Day Before And Reheat It?

Credit:Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood
Yes, you might cook your turkey the day before and reheat it.
How To Prevent Dry Turkey
Paranoid about your reheated turkey coming out dry?
What Is The Best Way To Keep A Turkey Warm And Moist?
Leave the turkey in the oven covered with foil and set the oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
How Long Is Turkey Good For Leftovers?
Refrigeration slows but does not stop bacterial growth.
Can You Freeze Leftover Turkey?
As a reminder, leftovers should never be stored at room temperature.
Pathogenic bacteria can grow rapidly in the “Danger Zone,” the temperature range between 40F and 140F.