If it's a week or so ahead and there's no rush, thaw your turkey in the refrigerator. If you're not a planner and need to defrost a fully frozen turkey fast, use the cold-water method.

Depending on the size of your turkey, your thawing time may be running out. If your turkey is larger than 24 pounds, you may not have much time left. Skip to content ...

How long to thaw a turkey in cold water? If you forgot to take your turkey out over the weekend, cold water thawing is quicker. Plan for about 30 minutes of thawing time per pound.

Let the turkey stand 20 minutes before removing all stuffing from the cavity and carving the meat. Enjoy! Stay connected with the most up-to-date coverage of the stories that matter.

Turkeys have gotten much bigger than they were half a century ago. To meet growing demand, American turkey farmers began to breed birds for their size and speed of growth in the 1950s. Today, the ...

The best temperature to cook a turkey is 325 degrees, though the exact amount of time it'll need in the oven depends on the size and weight of your bird. Here's how long it takes to cook a fully ...

(NEXSTAR) — Thanksgiving could not be any later this year but have no fear, it’s right around the corner. And if you have a massive turkey taking up space in your freezer, it’s not a moment too soon.