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Turkey: Buying, Handling & Thawing

Tips for buying the size turkey you need, handling it safely, and guidelines for thawing it.

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Purchasing

What Size Bird to Buy
  • When buying a turkey, allow 1 pound per adult serving if the bird weighs 12 pounds or less.
  • For turkeys over 12 pounds, count on 3/4 pound for each serving.
  • For boneless turkey breast, figure 1/2 pound per person.
  • If you want leftovers, buy a bird that's 2 to 4 pounds larger than the size you'll need for serving.

"Sell By" Date
  • Also check for the "sell by" date on the label of a fresh turkey. This date is the last day the turkey should be sold by the retailer.
  • The unopened turkey should maintain its quality and be safe to use for one or two days after the "sell by" date.

Frozen Turkey
  • If you buy a frozen turkey, look for packaging that is clean, undamaged, and frost-free.

Tip
  • Although not all turkeys are labeled indicating whether the bird is a hen or tom, select a hen turkey if you want more white meat and a tom if you want more dark meat.

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I need information on cooking a turkey in a convection oven.

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