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The Better Homes and Gardens
Test Kitchen experts serve up answers to your toughest holiday
cooking questions.
Let's Talk Turkey
What's the best
way to thaw a turkey?
The easiest and safest way to thaw a turkey is to place the wrapped
bird on a tray in the refrigerator. Plan about 24 hours for each
5 pounds of the bird's weight. Remember not to count the day
you will be roasting it. Turkey should never be thawed at room
temperature.
How can I get a beautiful
golden brown turkey without drying out the breast meat?
Tent the turkey loosely with foil to delay browning of the breast.
The foil should be removed during the last 30 to 45 minutes to
allow the turkey to brown. Tenting for the entire roasting time
can actually slow cooking.
Is there anything I can
do with the turkey carcass?
Yes, you can make Turkey Frame Soup. Click on link below to see
the recipe.
Stuffing Questions
How much stuffing do I need to fill the turkey?
Allow about 3/4
cup stuffing for each pound of ready-to-cook turkey. For example,
a 12-pound bird will hold about 9 cups stuffing. If your family
loves stuffing, you may want to make extra stuffing to bake in
a casserole beside the turkey.
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