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The biohazard part of turkey-thawing comes from bacteria (see How Food Preservation Works for details). If you thaw a turkey incorrectly, bacteria grow quickly. For example, if you thaw your turkey on the kitchen counter, bacteria can be a problem.
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The most traditional—and also the most time-intensive—means to thaw a turkey is simply to move it from your freezer to your refrigerator a few days in advance of the feast. As a rule of thumb, you’ll need 24 hours for every five pounds of bird, so a 20-pound bird will require four ... How to Quickly Defrost a Turkey...
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"Quick" Thawing:; Place turkey in its original wrapping in sink and cover with COLD water. Change the water every 1/2 hour to maintain the temperature. Allow 1/2 hour per pound to defrost the turkey. Most turkeys will take from 5 to 10 hours to thaw.
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Properly Thaw Your Holiday Turkey ... There are two ways to thaw a turkey -- in the refrigerator, or in a microwave -- says Crayton. If you choose thawing in the refrigerator, leave the original wrappings on the bird and don't allow the surface of the turkey to exceed 45 F while thawing.
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How should I thaw turkey and how can I quickly thaw a turkey when time has run out? ... In a hurry? Thaw the turkey in a clean sink. Put it in a heavy freezer bag secured with a twist tie. Cover the bird with cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes to keep it cool. Allow 6-9 hours for a 12 to 16 pound turkey,
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It is safe to cook an unstuffed frozen turkey. The cooking time will be at least 50 percent longer than ... Some folks start a bird in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for a half hour or so to ensure that the skin and outermost portions of meat zoom quickly past 140°F, and then lower the temperature to finish cooking.
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Basic tips on how to thaw, stuff, cook, and store turkey properly. ... Turkey Facts ... Turkey for the Holiday...
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But now research has shown that bacteria start to grow quickly and now, even that method is considered suspect if not done properly. If you have to thaw the turkey quickly, there are some things you can do to keep it as safe as possible.
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