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Should your turkey be at room temp before you cook it?
Not necessarily at room temperature, but it shouldn't be frozen. It should be pretty much thawed out.
How long should a turkey be thawed in water?
A turkey should be thawed in water for about 30 minutes per pound.
Can you refreeze a thawed smoked turkey?
You should never refreeze a thawed smoked turkey. However, once you cook a thawed turkey, you can freeze the meat.
Can you successfully brine a frozen turkey before cooking it?
No, it is not safe to brine a frozen turkey. The turkey must be fully thawed before brining to ensure proper food safety.
How long should a 16 lb turkey be thawed in the fridge?
A 16 lb turkey should be thawed in the fridge for about 4 days.
Should a turkey be thawed at room temperature?
no turkey is a country
How long should a turkey be thawed in water before cooking?
A turkey should be thawed in water for about 30 minutes per pound before cooking.
Why does thawed turkey smell like eggs?
Thawed turkey smells like eggs because of sulfur. The smell should go away after you rinse the turkey. If it still smells after rinsing, you should not use the turkey.
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
Do frozen turkeys weigh more than fresh?
A frozen turkey does not weigh more than fresh. A 15-lb frozen turkey will weigh 15 lbs. when it is thawed.
Can a turkey be cooked without being thawed?
Yes, many of the companies that sell turkeys put cooking directions on the packaging and you will find both "from frozen" and "thawed" instructions on them.
Does a turkey weigh more frozen than thawed?
No, a turkey does not weigh more frozen than thawed. When a turkey is frozen, it contains ice crystals which add weight. As the turkey thaws, the ice melts and the weight decreases. This is due to the fact that water has a higher density than air, so as the ice melts, the overall weight decreases.
