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Your question isn't very clear; if you are asking how long you can leave a turkey in the freezer, it's up to 1 year. If you are asking how long you can leave a still frozen (thawing) turkey (that used to be frozen or fresh), it depends on the size of turkey and the temperature in the refrigerator since that will determine how long it will take to thaw (it takes approximately 24hrs for each 5lbs). Once the turkey is thawed (or fresh), According to USDA, uncooked turkey is good for 1-2 days (http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fact_Sheets/Turkey_from_Farm_to_Table/index.asp)
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 12y agoOnce thawed under refrigeration, the turkey should be cooked within a couple days. If a quick thaw was done, then it should be cooked ASAP
Refrigerator Thawing
When thawing a turkey in the refrigerator:
- Plan ahead: allow approximately 24 hours for each 4 to 5 pounds in a refrigerator set at 40 °F or below.
- Place the turkey in a container to prevent the juices from dripping on other foods.
Refrigerator Thawing Times
Whole turkey:
- 4 to 12 pounds …… 1 to 3 days
- 12 to 16 pounds …… 3 to 4 days
- 16 to 20 pounds …… 4 to 5 days
- 20 to 24 pounds …… 5 to 6 days
A thawed turkey can remain in the refrigerator for 1 or 2 days before cooking. Foods thawed in the refrigerator can be refrozen without cooking but there may be some loss of quality.
There is generally a "use or freeze by:" date on the label.
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∙ 13y agoIf you are putting your frozen turkey in the freezer it can last up to 1 year. Where as if you were putting it in the refrigerator your only looking at a couple of days. Frozen turkeys are made to be put in the freezer until you want to defrost it and enjoy. If you have leftover turkey which you want to keep you are looking at about 1-2 days :) Hope this has helped!
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∙ 13y agoYou only keep frozen meat in the freezer for at least 6 months any longer than that and it will end up getting freezer burned.
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∙ 16y agoUp to a week.
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∙ 14y ago3 years
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I bought a turkey and the use by date was 12 months. can i keep it for 12 mths or should i use sooner..
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How long can you keep a thawed turkey out of the refrigerator before cooking?
No it needs to be frozen if not used on a couple of days
How long is it take for a turkey to unthaw?
How long does it take in the refrigerator to thaw a 21lb. frozen whole turkey?
How long will a raw turkey stay fresh in the refrigerator?
A raw turkey should be cooked within a couple days of thawing or purchase (if not frozen).
How long can you keep turkey lunch meat in the refrigerator?
It is safe to keep cooked turkey meatloaf out of the refrigerator for a short period of time. It shouldn't stay out longer than an hour.
How long can you keep frozen raw turkey in the freezer?
A frozen turkey will be good for 3 months, if frozen in water 6 months. After 3 months it will start to dry out unless frozen in water.
How long will frozen smoked turkey legs keep in the freezer?
6 months
How long does turkey keep?
3 to 5 days if kept in the refrigerator, up to a year in the freezer.
How long will a turkey keep after defrosting?
Raw meats do not last long in the refrigerator. Meats that are not going to be eaten in a few days should be frozen and not stored in the refrigerator.Place raw meats in freezer bags or paper or an airtight container.Then freeze them for up to 2 years.
How long can you keep cooked turkey meat stuffing in refrigerator?
It should be good refrigerated for 3 to 4 days.
How long will it take to thaw a 25lb frozen turkey in the refrigerator?
The best way to thaw it is in the refrigerator. Figure one day for each 4-5 pounds of turkey, so it should take 5-6 days to thaw out a 25-pound turkey.
How long will uncooked smithfield ham keep in refrigerator?
uncooked hams that have been frozen last 6 months or longer.
How good is turkey bacon good for if frozen?
I think you mean how long is turkey bacon good for if frozen, and that depends on the brand of turkey bacon.
