So 13 lb turkey thawed out on counter 24 hrs, 325 for 6 hrs, any other hints?

[roscoe]

Re: So 13 lb turkey thawed out on counter 24 hrs, 325 for 6 hrs, any other hints?

I do however feel that the directions given are somewhat over cautious.

Thats for sure.
As long as the meat temp stays below 40-44*, and it is then cooked thoroughly.

We always thaw in the sink, with the bird wrapped/covered in a few dish towels to temper it, and help it to thaw evenly. But it takes more than 24 hours.

 

[tazrig]

Re: So 13 lb turkey thawed out on counter 24 hrs, 325 for 6 hrs, any other hints?

any other ideas guys????

Yeah, Just one... Come make it and serve it at my place.

 

[ezbtr]

Re: So 13 lb turkey thawed out on counter 24 hrs, 325 for 6 hrs, any other hints?

was amazing guys!!!! Even the white meat was moist!!! From here on out always a brined bird I think!! And oh geez leftover sandwiches today and dinner, will repeat til it's all gone!!! Thanks for all the hints!! Oh and no one had any ill effects

 

[ezbtr]

Re: So 13 lb turkey thawed out on counter 24 hrs, 325 for 6 hrs, any other hints?

oh and it was cooked for 5 hours guys at 325, last hour with foil off, let it sit an hour and my awesome son made wokked veggies, baked taters, twice baked, apple pie (oh God I ate too much), cold cranberries as a side spread, was a great all guys football game night!!! and my son made leftover sandwiches w/ all the goodies in sandwich maker today, AND I had more for dinner! Burppppppp....... heehee