GREENSBORO, N.C. — It's finally nighttime. You're relaxing enjoying some snacks and watching TV. But there's one thing that you're forgetting. What's that? the frozen turkey in your freezer.
It's National Thawing Day! This means it's time to remove your turkey from the freezer and store it in the fridge. Butterball Turkey Talk-Line expert Barbara Robinson joined to explain the importance of thawing your turkey.
- Put your frozen turkey in the fridge. One day of thawing for every four pounds of turkey to ensure it's ready to put in the oven on Nov. 23.
- Soak your turkey in a cold water bath. Allow 30 minutes per pound. You must change out the water every 30 minutes. Leave your turkey in the wrapper.
Turkey Cooking Tips
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure you're cooking your turkey to the desired temperature. Look for 165 degrees in the stuffing, 170 degrees in the breast, and 180 degrees in the thigh for the best eating quality.
- Make sure to brush the breast of the turkey with vegetable or avocado oil right before you put it in the oven to give it a nice brown coloring.
Find your table
Butterball understands that many people are longing for new and meaningful connections right now – they’re new to a city, far away from friends and family, or entering a new stage of life. That’s why they’re partnering with Bumble For Friends to help anyone and everyone find their table this Thanksgiving. You can find more information HERE.
Ways to reach the Butterball Turkey Talk Line
The Turkey Talk-Line is available from Nov. 1 to Dec. 24, Christmas Eve. Experts are on standby ready to answer your questions.
- Call 1-800-BUTTERBALL
- Text 844-877-3456
- Butterball.com
- Social Media: Instagram @butterballturkey; X and Facebook @butterball
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