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Thawing Times for Whole Turkey
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Weight of Turkey |
In Refrigerator |
In Cold Water |
| 8 to 12 pounds |
1 to 2 days |
4 to 6 hours |
| 12 to 16 pounds |
2 to 3 days |
6 to 9 hours |
| 16 to 20 pounds |
3 to 4 days |
9 to 11 hours |
| 20 to 24 pounds |
4 to 5 days |
11 to 12 hours |
| NOTE:
If the cold water method is used, change water every 30 minutes.
After thawing for either method, remove neck and giblets, wash
turkey inside and outside with cold water, and drain well. Wash
hands, utensils, sink, counter, and anything else that touches
raw turkey with hot, soapy water. |
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