Butterball’s new cook-from-frozen turkey skips thawing and goes straight from the freezer to your Thanksgiving table. But how does it compare to the original? We tried them side by side to find out.

How long does it take to cook a turkey? Stuffed or unstuffed? Butterball has your answers for Thanksgiving cooking success.

Go by touch: “When you press firmly on the turkey, it should be soft, with no hard spots,” Woulfe says. Use a thermometer: “It’s our best friend," says Woulfe. The turkey should register between 35 to 40°F if it’s ready to cook.