How to Thaw
Refrigerator thawing is best. If you are short on time try cold-water thawing.
Refrigerator Thawing
- Thaw breast side up, in unopened wrapper, on a tray in the refrigerator.
- Allow 1 day of thawing for every 4 pounds of turkey.
Cold-Water Thawing
- Thaw breast side down, in unopened wrapper, in enough cold water to cover it completely.
- Change the water frequently to keep the turkey chilled.
- Estimate a minimum thawing time of 30 minutes per pound for a whole turkey.
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*It is not recommended to thaw a fully cooked smoked or baked turkey in cold water. It is best to thaw it in the refrigerator.
*It is not recommended to thaw a Frozen Stuffed Whole Turkey, Frozen Whole Breast Roast in Bag or Frozen Boneless Roast in Bag. These items go from freezer to oven with no thawing.