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Cooking Times
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Here's
a handy chart that will help you estimate the amount of
time required to cook a whole turkey in the oven. These
times are based on placing the bird on a rack in a
roasting pan, and into a preheated 350 degree F (175
degrees C) oven.
| Weight of Bird |
Roasting Time (Unstuffed) |
Roasting Time (Stuffed) |
| 10 to 18 pounds |
3 to 3-1/2 hours |
3-3/4 to 4-1/2 hours |
| 15 to 22 pounds |
3-1/2 to 4 hours |
4-1/2 to 5 hours |
| 22 to 24 pounds |
4 to 4-1/2 hours |
5 to 5-1/2 hours |
| 24 to 29 pounds |
4-1/2 to 5 hours |
5-1/2 to 6-1/4 hours |
Bake until the skin is a light golden color, and then
cover loosely with a foil tent. During the last 45
minutes of baking, remove the foil tent to brown the
skin. Basting is not necessary, but will promote even
browning
The best test for doneness is the temperature of the
meat, not the color of the skin. The turkey is done when
the thigh meat reaches an internal temperature of 180
degrees F, and when the breast meat reaches an internal
temperature of 170 degrees F. If your turkey has been
stuffed, it is important to check the temperature of the
dressing; it should be 165 degrees F (75 degrees C).
When the turkey is done, remove from the oven and allow
to stand for 30 minutes. |
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For More Information Contact:
Mayfield Electric & Water Systems
301 East Broadway, Mayfield, KY 42066
Tel: 270-247-4661
FAX: 270-247-0550
Internet:
jcre@mayfieldews.com
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