You can use a charcoal or gas grill to BBQ your turkey. Frankly, the charcoal method is a LOT of work because you have to keep adding charcoal and it’s hard to maintain a consistent temperature. So let’s assume you’ll be cooking with gas. The folks at Weber know a few things about barbecuing, so they’re a great resource for your turkey project. You can bake the dressing separately, or you can stuff your turkey before grilling.
If you’ve invested in an outdoor kitchen as well as artificial grass to upgrade your home, consider doing all the cooking outdoors. One of the best things about Thanksgiving dinner is the exquisite anticipation that comes from smelling all those marvelous aromas as everything cooks. If you bake side dishes outdoors, you and your guests won’t miss out on that multi-sensory benefit.
You don’t have to do all the prep work. Make this year’s get-together a potluck. You take charge of the turkey and set-up, and assign guests to bring all the side dishes, desserts, even the wine. (Be specific, to ensure a deliciously complementary menu.)
Either way, if you’re doing any of the baking/reheating indoors, be sure to include chafing dishes on a side table for self-service and to keep food hot for seconds. And carve the turkey at the table, last-minute, so it’s piping hot and fragrant as it’s served.
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