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Turkey Meat
Turkey is a large domesticated game bird. Native to North America, it is prized as food, especially on Thanksgiving and Christmas or other festive occasions.
418 Questions
What size of turkey will need for 250 people?
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.
Can you freeze cooked turkey on the third day?
No. The turkey's internal temperature has to be high enough in order for the meat to be properly cooked and for the bacteria to be killed. If you cook it for three hours when it is supposed to be cooked for four hours, the temperature won't be high enough yet to kill bacteria or thoroughly cook the meat. Once it goes into the refrigerator, it will become cold again, and the oven won't heat it enough to finish the job in one hour the next day. It's best to cook the turkey fully the day you wish to serve it. After you carve it, you can save the leftovers in the refrigerator and warm them up a little at a time.
If a 10 pound turkey takes 4 hours to cook how long will it take a 14 pound turkey to cook?
At 325º use about 15 minutes per pound so 14 pounder should take 210 minutes or 3 and one half hours. If you deep fry it, then 4 minutes per pound or about 55-60 minutes. These times are for turkey that is NOT stuffed.
How long do i cook a jennie-o turkey roast?
Cooking smoked turkey breast is much faster and much simpler than cooking a fresh turkey. Just follow the cooking instructions on the Jennie-O packaging.
How do you defrost turkey that's already been cooked?
You should place the frozen turkey into a pan or shallow bowl and then place it in your refrigerator. It will take several days for a frozen 10-pound turkey to thaw completely, so if you are cooking it for Thanksgiving, you will want it in your fridge no later than Monday afternoon.
You could also sit the turkey in a sink full of water. Make sure to change the water every 30 minutes to prevent bacterial growth.
Can you fry a turkey in a large enamel canning pot?
A turkey can certainly be cooked in a canning pot but it would be more like "broasting" than frying. It would be very difficult to turn the turkey and ensure that it wasn't burning on the bottom while the top was still raw unless the heat was very low and there was moisture (broth, wine, beer, etc) to help the cooking process.
How long can you keep turkey soup in a pot on the stove?
Soup should be left out only until it is no longer steaming - probably only 30 minutes. Then put it in the refrigerator. Definitely do not leave it out for more than 2 hours.
Cool it quickly by
# setting the pot in an ice bath, stirring the soup often # pour the soup into containers less than 3" deep, also stir often, or
# cook the soup thicker than usual and add ice to chill it.
How long do you cook stuffed 22 pound turkey at what temp?
Turkeys cook 20 minutes per pound stuffed (15 minutes per pound unstufffed) at 350 Fahrenheit.
How long do you thaw a 17 lb turkey?
from the usda web site
Turkey Basics: Safe Thawing "The Big Thaw"
Turkeys must be kept at a safe temperature during "the big thaw." While frozen, a turkey is safe indefinitely. However, as soon as it begins to thaw, any bacteria that may have been present before freezing can begin to grow again.
A package of frozen meat or poultry left thawing on the counter more than 2 hours is not at a safe temperature. Even though the center of the package may still be frozen, the outer layer of the food is in the "Danger Zone" between 40 and 140 °F - at a temperature where foodborne bacteria multiply rapidly.
There are three safe ways to thaw food: in the refrigerator, in cold water, and in the microwave oven.
Safe Methods for Thawing
Immediately after grocery store checkout, take the frozen turkey home and store it in the freezer.
Frozen turkeys should not be left on the back porch, in the car trunk, in the basement, or any place else where temperatures cannot be constantly monitored.
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.
Cold Water Thawing
Allow about 30 minutes per pound.
First be sure the turkey is in a leak-proof plastic bag to prevent cross-contamination and to prevent the turkey from absorbing water, resulting in a watery product.
Submerge the wrapped turkey in cold tap water. Change the water every 30 minutes until the turkey is thawed. Cook the turkey immediately after it is thawed.
Cold Water Thawing Times * 4 to 12 pounds …… 2 to 6 hours * 12 to 16 pounds …… 6 to 8 hours * 16 to 20 pounds …… 8 to 10 hours * 20 to 24 pounds …… 10 to 12 hours
A turkey thawed by the cold water method should be cooked immediately. After cooking, meat from the turkey can be refrozen.
Microwave Thawing
Follow the microwave oven manufacturer's instruction when defrosting a turkey. Plan to cook it immediately after thawing because some areas of the food may become warm and begin to cook during microwaving. Holding partially cooked food is not recommended because any bacteria present wouldn't have been destroyed.
A turkey thawed in the microwave must be cooked immediately.
What temp do you cook a turkey overnight?
at 375 degrees for 8 hours
----may I add ... ---
I've cooked my turkeys overnight for 40 years. I learned that from my mother so that makes 80 years of overnight cooking and they turn out delicious!
Consider that water boils at 212-F, then cooking your turkey at 250-F will be just fine.
Yes, our turkey is stuffed, and placed breast-side down in a large roasting pan. Aluminum foil is THIGHTLY fitted over the bird and crimped around the pan's edges so that the moisture steams the turkey.
How long? I put the bird in at midnight and take it out at noon the next day. That's 12 hours. How big is the bird? 22 - 25 pounds.
An easier method for a small family, or a single person, is to buy turkey thighs (they're the best) or breasts, and cook them for about 8 hours in a crock-pot, covered. Oh... heavenly!
Before you leave for work, place the frozen pieces into the pot, put the lid on, cook on LOW. When you come home turn off the pot, make stove-top stuffing, you know the rest... (don't forget the cranberry sauce).
Why must turkey be cooked to this minimum temperature?
Turkey is just like chicken, it must be cooked to 165 degrees to kill all the bacteria that can and will make you sick.
How many million turkeys are cooked each year?
Approximately 45 million turkeys were sold in America for the 2009 season.
How long will turkey drippings last in the refrigerator?
The US Food Code recommends that potentially hazardous food be cooled from 140°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then further chilled to 40°F within another 4 hours. So after 2 hours, the food should either be reheated to 165°F or placed in the fridge to cool further.
Where can I buy a deep fried turkey in Tampa FL?
One place that you can purchase a fried turkey at in Orlando, FL is at Central Florida Foodworks. They are a catering business.
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).
The Turkey is very good for you, unless if you fry it or eat the skin. THE SKIN is the unhealthy part. If you eat tofu turkey it is alot better for you and is not as dry! I love turkey tofu. Turkey has alot of carbohydrates and "can" be unhealthy. Try turkey tofu!
What is another word for dark meat on a turkey?
It's called dark meat. It could also be called the leg or the thigh.
Can a turkey be thawed at room temperature for 20 hours?
NO!!!! You can get salmonella defrost in the fridge it will take 24 to 36 hours but you won't poison your guests. If you need to thaw it quick put it in your sink and run cold water continually over it.this method will take 3 to 4 hours
No. A turkey is not a chicken. They are two different animals.
How long can you keep frozen turkey in refrigerator?
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)
Is turkey bacon considered bacon?
If you're asking about the fat and sodium level then yes it is. But if you're asking if it tastes better then regular bacon there really is no answer for that. Some people can't handle regular bacon because it has too much fat, sodium, oil, and grease. So with that theory turkey bacon is better. But some people don't like turkey bacon because they think that it's just a cheap ripoff off regular bacon. But some people like both. I have a friend who had never tried turkey bacon. One day she came over and in the morning when we ate it she loved it! All in all it just depends which one you like better. Only YOU can answer that.
My theory is that bacon is way better. Turkey Bacon is terrible!
How long can turkey stat in the refrigerator before it spoils?
An uncooked turkey should be good 1 - 2 days stored in the refrigerator.
