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How to Thaw a Frozen Turkey |
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Thawing turkey in the refrigerator is recommended. If short on time, you may thaw
the turkey in cold water in the original wrapping.
Refrigerator Thawing
- Thaw turkey in unopened wrapper on a tray in the refrigerator.
- Allow 4 hours per pound to thaw.
Refrigerator Turkey Thawing Time
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Turkey Weight |
Days to Allow for
Thawing Turkey |
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8 to 10 pounds |
2 to 3 days |
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12 to 16 pounds |
3 to 4 days |
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16 to 20 pounds |
4 to 5 days |
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20 to 24 pounds |
5 to 6 days |
Cold Water Thawing
- Leave turkey in unopened wrapper. Cover completely with cold water.
- Change water every 30 minutes to keep turkey surface cold.
Cold Water Turkey Thawing Time
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Turkey Weight |
Hours to Allow for
Thawing Turkey |
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8 to 12 pounds |
4 to 6 hours |
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12 to 16 pounds |
6 to 8 hours |
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16 to 20 pounds |
8 to 10 hours |
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20 to 24 pounds |
10 to 12 hours |
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