How Long To Cook A 18.5 Lb Turkey?

To prevent your turkey from drying out, factor in carry-over cooking while the turkey is resting: The internal temperature of the turkey will continue to rise 5 to 10 degrees once it is out of the oven. You can remove the turkey from the oven when the thigh meat registers 155 degrees F (68 degrees C) and let carry-over cooking do the rest.

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Consequently,How long do you cook a stuffed turkey in the oven?

How long you cook your turkey can vary, depending on the temperature of the oven and whether or not your turkey recipe calls for a stuffed or unstuffed bird. We recommend roasting turkey at 350 degrees F for 13 minutes per pound for an unstuffed turkey.

Correspondingly,What’s the best temperature to cook a whole turkey?

Suggested cooking temperature is 350°F. Roasting temperature can be found here . For more information on how to prepare a whole turkey, please refer to our 8-part Turkey Basics: Whole Turkey video series. The most common sizes of whole turkeys found in stores will range between 8 lb to 25 lb.

Secondly,How long to cook a 10. 5 pound turkey?

How long do you cook a 10.5 lb turkey? Roast in a 325°F oven for 2- 1/4 hours. Remove foil; cut band of skin or string between drumsticks so thighs cook evenly. Continue roasting for 30 to 45 minutes more (1 to 1- 1/4 hours if stuffed), or until the thermometer registers 180°F; and the center of the stuffing (if using) is 165°F.

What is the cooking time per pound for Turkey?

A stuffed turkey requires about 15 minutes per pound while unstuffed turkeys require 12-15 minutes per pound. These times are based on a 325 degree Fahrenheit cooking temperature and should only be used as a guideline. The only way to ensure a turkey is ready for safe consumption is with the use of a meat thermometer.

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