Whole Turkeys & Turkey Breasts
Q. How should I prepare my Fresh Turkey for the oven?
A. We clean the turkey and place it in the proper roasting position so it will be oven-ready. Just remove the packaging & add your favorite seasoning.
Q: At what temperature should I cook a Fresh Turkey?
A: Recommended cooking temperature is 400° for 30 minutes; Reduce to 325° in a conventional oven.
Q. Should I baste the Turkey throughout the cooking time?
A. You may baste the turkey every fifteen minutes throughout the cooking time.
Q: How can I tell when the Turkey is done?
A: The best way to determine doneness is by inserting an instant read thermometer into the thickest part of the Turkey, away from the bone.
Q: How long should I cook a Fresh Turkey?
*The following is based on an oven temperature of 400° for the first 30 minutes; Reduced to 325° for the remaining time.
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Turkey Breasts
Bone-In Boneless Whole Turkeys |
Weight in Pounds
5-9 lb 8-12 lb Weight in Pounds 12-14 lb 14-16 lb 16-18 lb 18-20 lb 20-24 lb 24-30 lb |
Approximate Total Cooking Time
2.00- 2.50 hr 2.75- 3.00 hr Approximate Total Cooking Time 3.00- 3.75 hr 3.75- 4.25 hr 3.75- 4.25 hr 4.25- 4.50 hr 4.50- 5.00 hr 5.00- 5.25 hr |
Q: What should the final internal temperature be for a fully cooked Turkey?
A: Fresh turkeys should be cooked to 165°.
Q: Can I carve the Turkey right out of the oven?
A: For easier carving, let the Turkey rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
