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If raw, 3 to five days if kept in the refrigerator. If cooked, the same.
You can only keep a fresh turkey refrigerated 1-2 days before cooking.
You should put it in your refrigerator a week before to thaw. Never cook a frozen turkey, it can cause buring and an awful taste.
not longer that 2 days
Consuming cooked turkey after 10 days can pose a risk of food poisoning due to bacterial growth. The turkey may have spoiled, leading to the presence of harmful bacteria like Salmonella or Staphylococcus aureus, which can cause foodborne illnesses. It's best to follow food safety guidelines and discard leftovers that have been stored for an extended period of time.
Cooked turkey should not be unrefrigerated for more than 2 hours. Less time is better.
Poultry should be cooked within a couple days after thawing for best results. It is possible that the turkey will be good after 5 days but only you can make that determination.
Meats are kept better in the freezer. Meats can be kept in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days if raw and 1 to 2 days longer if cooked. Always place cooked meats in an airtight container.
I bought butterball turkey today Nov 19th and it was completely thawed. Can I refreeze it? Or can I keep it in the refrigerator until Thursday, which is 5 days from now. I don`t know how long it was thawed before I bought it.
A raw turkey should be cooked within a couple days of thawing or purchase (if not frozen).
Just like any fresh poultry, it should be cooked within a couple days. Or go by the recommendations on the package.
It should be good refrigerated for 3 to 4 days.