Turkey has been the traditional centerpiece for many Thanksgiving Day meals. Most consumers only prepare a turkey once a year. And, without a lot of practice, there are bound to be questions about thawing, preparing and baking the big bird. Each year Butterball hosts a Turkey Talk-Line to guide seasoned and novice cooks through the process.

Butterball's new Cook from Frozen Premium Whole Turkey goes from the freezer to the oven — no thawing or brining necessary. I tried it and here's what happened.