STEP 01
Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey. Place it breast-side down and use poultry shears to cut along both sides of the backbone; remove it. Flip the turkey breast-side up and press firmly on the center of the breast until the breastbone cracks and the turkey lies flat. Pat the turkey thoroughly dry with paper towels, then carefully loosen the skin over the breasts and thighs with your fingers, taking care not to tear it.