Turkey Buying, Thawing & Roasting Tips
Whether it's your first time hosting or you're an old pro, use this handy guide for choosing, thawing, and cooking any size turkey for any size gathering.
Cub has many brands of whole turkeys and turkey breasts to choose from this Thanksgiving. So whether you are cooking for a crowd or just a few, we've got options to suit your needs. From Butterball to Jennie-O and Honeysuckle to Essential Everday, find your perfect bird in-store or online.
| What size turkey do I need? Plan for 1¼ pounds of per person when buying a whole turkey. If that seems like a lot, it's because it contains bones and such. Size-up if you like leftovers.
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How long does a frozen turkey take to thaw? To thaw a turkey safely, we're talking days, not hours. So clear a space in the back of your refrigerator and plan for:
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What's the roasting time for a turkey? Exact times depend on whether your turkey is stuffed or unstuffed and on your oven's true temp. In a 325° oven expect to roast yours for:
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