It is about time for us to defrost those frozen turkeys you got for super cheap or even better FREE.. I loved the $.49 a pound turkeys!
Use these guidelines for thawing your turkey.
Thawing in the Fridge? (In the Refrigerator (40 °F or below)
Allow approximately 24 hours for every 4 to 5 pounds
4 to 12 pounds 1 to 3 days
12 to 16 pounds 3 to 4 days
16 to 20 pounds 4 to 5 days
20 to 24 pounds 5 to 6 days
Tips – DO NOT UNWRAP TURKEY. Put a tray or something under it so that the juices stay contained. Once thawed it is safe to leave the turkey in the fridge for up to 2 days.
You can also thaw in Cold Water (this isn’t a great method unless you are cooking in the evening)
Allow approximately 30 minutes per pound
4 to 12 pounds 2 to 6 hours
12 to 16 pounds 6 to 8 hours
16 to 20 pounds 8 to 10 hours
20 to 24 pounds 10 to 12 hours
Make sure you wrap the turkey, do not let any water leak through the wrapping. Put your turkey into the cold water. CHANGE THE WATER EVERY 30 MINUTES. (very important to keep it from becoming contaminated.) Cook Turkey immediately. DO NOT REFREEZE.
What are your tips for thawing or cooking a Turkey? Share them in the comments!
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Wow-o-wow I’m so glad you posted this because I completely forgot about the 25 lb bird sitting in my freezer. :o) I’m one of those people that freaks out Wed. afternoon after realzing the thing is still rock solid.
Shannon Reply:
November 22nd, 2009 at 9:51 pm
Been there. Done That.