Depends on the size. If its about 25 lbs you need 2 turkeys.
I just read on this site that the rule of thumb is 2 persons less than the number of pounds of turkey. As an example a 14 lb Turkey should feed 12 people. To verify this answer enter the question: How many people will a 15 lb turkey feed. GMac
there are MANY variables, not the least of which is the size of the breast. I have found approximately 6oz per breast is not an unrealistic estimate. assuming your talking boneless breasts, that says you are getting just under 3 breasts per pound. so one could estimate 120 portions, but be sure to allow yourself some margin of error for those variables. bone on will of course be cheaper, but will lower the number of servings per pound. good luck
There should be 1 pound of turkey for each adult eating. An 11 pound turkey should feed at least eleven people.
For 6 people, you should buy a turkey that weighs around 12-14 pounds.
Plan for 1 pound whole raw turkey per person for a generous holiday size serving/buffet.
To feed 250 people you will definately need more than one turkey. A 20lb (10kg) turkey will feed ten people, so you will need 25 x 20lb turkeys to feed 250 people. Very few catering venues or kitchens will be equipt to deal with the amount of cooking involved in roasting 25 turkeys, so it might be best to think of other catering options.
Some experts say a whole turkey should cook 3-4 hours, depending on the size. If it's just turkey breast though, you should probably cook it for much less and monitor it. Turkey breast can dry out really easily.
A 6 oz portion of turkey breast meat is approximately the size of a medium-sized chicken breast or the palm of a person's hand. It typically measures around 3/4 to 1 inch thick, depending on how it's cut. This serving size is commonly used for meal preparations and provides a good source of protein.
Standard 'Butterball' roasting turkey, serving size 4 oz. (112g) = 250mg sodium Deli 'Butterball' Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, serving size 4 oz. (112g) = 900mg sodium Deli 'Jennie-O' BLUE RIBBON Oven Roasted Shaving Turkey Breast, serving size 4 oz. (112g) = 940mg sodium Deli Applegate Organic Roasted Trukey Breast, serving size 4 oz. (112g) = 720mg sodium All ingredient values came from these turkey producers websites.
Roast at 325 to 350 degrees. Size of turkey will define how long to cook but the internal temp of the bird (@ breast) should be 185 degrees.
For 6 adults, you should buy a turkey that weighs around 12-14 pounds.