It’s time to turn the way you are cooking your Christmas turkey on its head.

No, seriously, turn that bird upside down, because a butcher has guaranteed that’s the best way to cook your bird.

The perfect turkey is only a 180 degree flip away. Image via iStock.

Sydney butcher Adam Stratton, who runs Tender Value Meats Butcher Chain, says the method is "fool proof".

"When people complain of a dry turkey, it’s because they cook it the wrong way. You need to start cooking the turkey breast side down," he said.

"Put another way, get its bum in the air. It’s guaranteed to work."

This...this looks about right. Image via iStock.

Stratton is often asked by customers the secret to the perfect turkey. He recommends these tips:

There you have it: the perfect Christmas turkey. Save us a slice, please?