With the growing popularity of year-round outdoor cooking, more Americans are planning to grill, smoke or deep-fry their turkeys this year to free up oven space for their favorite Thanksgiving sides.

About 53 percent of consumers say they are most likely to cook turkey outside for their Thanksgiving meal, according to a 2013 Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) poll.

If you’re planning to cook the turkey outside, HPBA encourages consumers to review all safety information prior to cooking. For outdoor turkey cooking tips, click here.

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