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Roast Turkey Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 20 lb fresh or thawed turkey
1 sticks melted butter
Directions:
Directions:
How much to buy: 1/2 lb per serving

Defrost Time: 20 lb bird takes 3 days in fridge or 12 hours in sink of water. Remove giblets as soon as thawed.

Roast Time: Unstuffed, chilled turkey at 325ºF
6-8 lbs - 2 3/4 to 3 1/2 hours
8-12 lbs - 3 1/4 to 4 hours
12-16 lbs - 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours
16-20 lbs - 4 to 6 hours
20-26 lbs - 5 1/2 to 7 1/2 hours

Baste turkey frequently with melted butter and pan juices during cooking time.

Stuffed Turkey: Add 25 min cooking time for birds under 12 lbs.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
10 servings

 

 

 

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