How to tell if a turkey is done?

How to tell if turkey is done without a thermometer?

  • I have tried to cook a turkey but my oven has a mind of it's own and i do not have a meat thermometer and the turkey did not come with a pop up one. I am looking for characteristics on how to tell when a turkey is safe to eat. Turkey Stats: Weight: 18lbs Current Cook Time: 5hrs

  • Answer:

    Move the leg away from the body of the turkey, if it moves easily and separates from the body, the turkey is done, if it snaps back it is undercooked

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Approximate Roasting Time for Unstuffed Turkey Weight in Pounds Approx. Roasting Time (hours) 8-12 lbs. 2 3/4 -- 3 hrs. 12-14 " 3 -- 3 3/4 " 14-18 " 3 3/4 -- 4 1/4 " 18-20 " 4 1/4 -- 4 1/2 " 20-24 " 4 1/2 -- 5 " See link below for more.

KIT J

Stick the breast with a knife, if the juice thar runs out is clear the turkey is cooked. Addition: I just looked at your cooking time. If your oven is at least 325F your turkey was done about an hour ago.

dropkick

325* 15 per lb. rare to med 18 per lb. med. to well 20 per lb. well to well done Good luck.

Clamshell 19

when the legs comes off easy when you pull on it. Generally, when a turkey is done it browns nicely.

deborah_012003

I've always cooked the turkey at 350 degrees, for an hour per every 3 to 4 pounds. When the legs can break off easily, then it's done.

Jackie

stick a fork into the thickest part of the leg. if the juices run out clear, its done. its the juices have a pink or red tinge it's still uncooked.

susan w

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