Is it too early to think about Thanksgiving? If you’re preparing a turkey this November 25, you might want to check out these three turkey-cooking essentials, courtesy of Carolyn Malcoun at Yahoo! Shine:

1. Roasting Pan

Malcoun tested several different types of roasting pans, and her favorite was the Calphalon Unison Nonstick Roaster, which goes for about $150.

2. Remote Digital Thermometer

Want to avoid overcooking your turkey? Use a remote digital thermometer, which is more convenient and more precise than your standard thermometer. They go for about $25.

3. Fat Separator

Want the pan drippings from the bird without all of the fat? Get a fat separator (about $10) to drain out the fat from the juices. It’s a bit like a measuring cup with a strainer built in.

What Thanksgiving tools are indispensable for you?

From Shine.

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{ 37 comments }

won November 2, 2010 at 1:17 pm

Telephone for reservations.

Wallet to pay for it.

Car to drive there!

karla November 2, 2010 at 1:57 pm

WON LOL… That's the emergency thanksgiving, that's something every parent should have for anyyyyyy day LOL, But good recomendation. Be prepare for the big day Yeahhh

shenais November 3, 2010 at 1:09 pm

electric turkey cutter… kidding! i've seen those on movies, and they crack me up!

higrandma November 5, 2010 at 8:05 am

My oldest son….He cooks an awesome Turkey and the breast meat is so moist and good. He is the greatest "tool" I have at Thanksgiving!!!

Amanda November 5, 2010 at 1:12 pm

My mother has a great fat separator made by OXO. I need a digital thermometer. Where can I find a good, inexpensive one?

Jen November 7, 2010 at 1:46 pm

The kids to help with cleanup! Lol

Lilac November 8, 2010 at 10:23 am

For me it would have to be the dishwasher.

Rhonda Gail Christian November 10, 2010 at 6:55 pm

Why haven't I thought of getting a fat separator?! That is definitely a great tool! Indispensable for me is disposable baking dishes and roasting pans if the food is going to someone else's home.

@earthformed November 15, 2010 at 8:25 am

I love my electric roaster. This way my oven is free to cook pies, green bean casserole and other goodies. The Turkey comes out wonderfully juicy.

@jliv29 November 15, 2010 at 10:43 am

Oddly enough, a cooler. I have started brining my turkey. It makes it so moist and flavorful. Everyone in my family loves it!

Pam L. November 19, 2010 at 9:51 pm

Kosher salt to add to the brine process

Pam L. November 19, 2010 at 9:54 pm

http://www.kitchendaily.com/2010/09/30/how-to-bri… makes the perfect turkey, and what is great about this process, you can buy a off brand turkey and make it taste like it came out of a 5 star restaurant

miriama59 November 20, 2010 at 11:40 am

I couldn't make a turkey without the Reynolds oven bags. And as Rena mentioned, the dishwasher.

rbenson1011 November 21, 2010 at 6:50 pm

Agree with a dishwasher mentioned previously. I also buy recyclable foil pans instead of using a roasting pan. I dont ever cook a big dinner like this but once a year so having a pan I can just toss when done is crucial and saves cabinet space!

Jesika November 23, 2010 at 3:42 pm

I always, always, always use a turkey bag. It makes a world of difference in the moisture of the bird. I also put apples in the cavity and butter and champagne under the skin on the breast. Add a little garlic powder, salt and pepper and it is perfection.

Quanda November 26, 2010 at 10:22 pm

Hand mixer, aluminum pans for the food, timer.

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