After brining and frying a 15lb bird 3 years ago, I'll never go back. It IS the best!

And here's a cheap and easy way to drain and filter the oil with no mess. It can be used again.

We use canola oil from Sam's or Costco. It has just as high a smoke point as peanut, and is a more neutral taste, and is cheaper. It also does not go rancid as easily as peanut oil.