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Ten Tips for a Top Notch Turkey From Butterball® Turkey Talk-Line™ Experts The Butterball Turkey Talk-Line home economists and nutritionists reveal their top tips based on the most commonly asked questions: 1. To thaw a turkey, Butterball recommends refrigerator thawing. For every four pounds of turkey, allow at least one day of thawing. However, if short on time, submerge the turkey in cold water. Thawing the turkey at room temperature is not recommended as it could promote bacterial growth. 2. Remember some easy Home Food Safety tips when handling turkey (provided by the American Dietetic Association and ConAgra Foods Home Food Safety... It's In Your Hands consumer education program): * Wash hands often * Keep raw meats and ready-to-eat foods separate * Cook to proper temperatures (180 degrees Fahrenheit in the thigh, 160 degrees Fahrenheit for stuffing) * Refrigerate promptly below 40 degrees Fahrenheit 3. Allow 1.5 pounds of turkey per person for generous servings and leftovers. 4. Butterball recommends the Open Pan Roasting Method to consistently create a tender and juicy, golden brown picture-perfect turkey. Use this roasting schedule as a guideline; start checking for doneness 1/2 hour before recommended end times: Net Weight (in pounds) - Stuffed (in hours) 10 to 18 - 3-3/4 to 4-1/2 22 to 24 - 5 to 5-1/2 18 to 22 - 4-1/2 to 5 24 to 30 - 5-1/2 to 6-1/4 5. When the turkey is two-thirds done, loosely cover the breast and top of drumsticks with a piece of lightweight foil to prevent overcooking the breast. 6. Always use a meat thermometer to determine when the turkey is fully cooked. Temperatures should reach: * 180 degrees Fahrenheit at the thigh * 160 degrees Fahrenheit for the stuffing 7. Let turkey stand 15 minutes to allow juices to set and stuffing temperature to rise to 165 degrees Fahrenheit before carving. 8. Two is the magic number: Store leftovers in separate containers within two hours after cooking and eat or freeze within two days. 9. Fresh or frozen turkey? It's your choice. Fresh turkeys need no thawing and are ready to cook. Frozen turkeys can be purchased weeks in advance, but require several days of thawing time before roasting. 10. Call 1-800-BUTTERBALL or visit www.butterball.com for more helpful hints and creative recipe ideas. Butterball is a brand and registered trademark of ConAgra Foods, Inc. Copyright 2003, ConAgra Foods, Inc. ConAgra Foods is one of North America's largest packaged food companies, serving consumer grocery retailers, as well as restaurants and other foodservice establishments. |
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