If carving your Thanksgiving turkey feels a bit intimidating, you’re not alone. Award-winning chef and host of “Eat Like a Local” Chris Shepherd is here to help. Here are his tips for how to carve your turkey like a pro.

1. Let It Rest

Before you even think about carving, step away from the bird! Chris recommends giving your turkey 30–45 minutes to rest after it comes out of the oven. This keeps the juices where they belong—inside the meat—not all over your cutting board.

2. Sharp Knife = Better Carving

The right tool changes everything. A well-sharpened, quality knife cuts cleanly through skin and meat with no tearing or sawing. Chris says this is the #1 way to make carving easier and your slices prettier.

3. Take the Breasts Off the Bone

Make a long slice along the breastbone, th

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