Turkey

Turkey Roasting Unstuffed (325 °F oven temperature)
Size Cooking Time
4 to
8 pounds (breast)		 1½ to 3¼
hours
8 to
12 pounds		 2¾ to 3 hours
12 to
14 pounds		 3 to 3¾ hours
14 to
18 pounds		 3¾ to 4¼
hours
18 to
20 pounds		 4¼ to 4½
hours
20 to
24 pounds		 4½ to 5 hours

Turkey Roasting Stuffed (325 °F oven temperature)
Size Cooking Time
4 to
6 pounds (breast)		 Not usually applicable
6 to
8 pounds (breast)		 2½ to 3½
hours
8 to
12 pounds		 3 to 3½ hours
12 to
14 pounds		 3½ to 4 hours
14 to
18 pounds		 4 to 4¼ hours
18 to
20 pounds		 4¼ to 4¾
hours
20 to
24 pounds		 4¾ to 5¼
hours

*Use the timetables below to determine how long to cook your turkey.
These times are approximate. Always use a food thermometer to check
the internal temperature of your turkey and stuffing.

*It is safe to cook a turkey from the frozen state. The cooking time
will take at least 50 percent longer than recommended
for a fully thawed turkey. Remember to remove the giblet packages
during the cooking time. Remove carefully with tongs or a fork.
Optional Cooking Hints
Tuck wing tips under the shoulders of the bird for more even
cooking. This is referred to as “akimbo.”