Cooking Turkey

The cooking times listed below are approximate. Use a calibrated meat thermometer to be sure the meat has reached the safe internal temperature listed. The cooking guidelines are provided by the USDA.

Whole Stuffed Bird
For stuffed birds, roast at 325° until stuffing is 165° and meat is 165°
6-8 lb. for 3 – 3½ hours
8-12 lb. for 3½ – 4½ hours
12-16 lb. for 4½ – 5½ hours
16-20 lb. for 5½ – 6½ hours
20-24 lb. for 6½ – 7 hours
24-28 lb. for 7 – 8½ hours

Whole Unstuffed Bird
For unstuffed birds, roast at 325° until internal temperature of meat is 165°
4-6 lb. for 1½ – 2 hours
6-8 lb. for 2¼ – 3¼ hours
8-12 lb. for 3¼ – 4 hours
12-16 lb. for 4 – 4½ hours
16-20 lb. for 4½ – 5 hours
20-24 lb. for 5 – 5½ hours
24-28 lb. for 5½ – 6 hours