Turkey Time Table
Comprehensive time table for thawing, roasting & resting the turkey
Turkey Time Table
Use the table below to determine:
The size of turkey needed to feed all your guests
Amount of time needed to thaw a frozen bird, whether in the refrigerator or a cold water bath
How long to roast a turkey using either the traditional style or cooking it inside a Reynolds Turkey Bag
And finally, just how long you should allow that bird to rest before carving
This comprehensive table will help make planning the turkey a breeze!
For detailed information and directions on how to prep & roast the turkey, look here.
Brenda’s tips:
Servings are based on 1.5 lbs / person
Cooking times are based on 13 min / lb unstuffed, 15 min/lb stuffed
Industry recommendations for thawing a frozen turkey:
Refrigerator thawing: 24 hrs / 5 lbs
Cold Water Bath: 0.5 hrs / 1 lbs
This table is written based on various publications including but not limited to Reynolds Brand’s Oven Bag Cooking Guide, Butter Ball’s How To Roast a Turkey, and Norbest’s How To Cook a Turkey.