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| Roasting Times For Stuffed Turkey | ||||||
| 6 to 8 pounds | 3 to 3-1/2 hours | |||||
| 12 to 16 pounds | 4-1/2 to 5-1/2 hours | |||||
| 16 to 20 pounds | 5-1/2 to 6 hours | |||||
| 20 to 24 pounds | 6 to 6 1/2 hours | |||||
| Roasting Times for Unstuffed Turkey | ||||||
| 6 to 8 pounds | 2-1/2 to 3 hours | |||||
| 12 to 16 pounds | 3 to 4 hours | |||||
| 16 to 20 pounds | 5 to 5-1/2 hours | |||||
| 20 to 24 pounds | 5-1/2 to 6 hours | |||||
Is my turkey Done?
Roasting Guidelines for your Turkey Cooking Time.
Start checking your turkeys for doneness about 1 hour before end of cooking time is recommended.
Stuffed Turkey -
The way to check is by placing the thermometer in the center of the stuffing or dressing while still inside the bird.
When temperture on the thermometer reaches 165 degrees F and juices run clear your turkey should be done.
Unstuffed Turkey - By using a thermometer and Piercing the thigh deeply into the muscle without touching the bones.
Your temperture should read 180 degrees F. and juices running clear.
Before removing the stuffing or craving your roasted turkey. Let turkey set for 15 minutes to allow turkey juices to set.
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