As a rule of thumb, the formula for roasting a whole (unstuffed) turkey is about 15 minutes per pound in a 325-degree oven. Bring the oven up to 350 degrees and you can cut the time by as much as 5 minutes per pound.

Do you see the bronze bird as the centerpiece of a feast? Or do you envision a platter of crisp-skinned thighs nestled among a few favorite dishes for an intimate gathering?

Thanksgiving is here and if you feel stressed about how to pull off the first big holiday meal of the season, "Good Morning America" tapped seasoned culinary experts to talk turkey with and offer some day of tips.