Know Your “Bird”- The Do’s and Don’ts of Cooking a Turkey!

November 24, 2009 on 10:01 am | In The Heart of Your Home | 1 Comment

Thanksgiving is the biggest meal of the year that everyone doesn’t want to disappoint. Well now you don’t have to here are some great tips and answers to commonly asked questions to keep you up to speed on your famous bird.

1. How do you know how much turkey to provide when throwing the Thanksgiving dinner party?

Answer: Take the number of guests you plan to feed and multiply that by 1 and a half pounds.

For 8 Guests = 12 pound Turkey
For 10 Guests = 15 pound Turkey
For 12 Guests = 18 pound Turkey
For 14 Guests = 20 pound Turkey

2. What cooking utensils are best?

Answer: The basic cooking utensils needed are: an oven roasting pan, meat thermometer, baster, aluminum foil, string, sharp knife for carving, roasting bag (optional) and most importantly oven mitts.

3. How long does a turkey last in the freezer?

Answer: A turkey completely frozen when put into the freezer can stay frozen up to 12 months.

4. Are there different ways to thaw a turkey?

Answer: Yes, you can thaw a turkey by putting in the refrigerator, keeping in original packaging and filling up the sink with cold water, or microwave.