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Some whole turkeys are sold with a pop-up timer that indicates when the turkey is fully cooked. The pop-up timer, also known as a turkey timer, is inserted into the flesh of the turkey during processing.

Shopping | Stuffing | Marinating | Grilling and Broiling | Barbecuing and SmokingDeep-Frying | Doneness | Nutritional | Food Safety | Storage Shopping Tips When shopping for a whole turkey, it is best to purchase at least one pound per person.

Read the Label | Inspection and Grading | Look and Feel | Quantity to Buy | Shopping Tips Read the Label When buying a whole turkey, turkey parts, or any type of turkey product, it is important to read the label to ensure that you selecting a product that fits your requirements.

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General Guidelines for Proper DonenessMeat Thermometers | Unsafe Cooking Methods General Guidelines for Proper Doneness Consider the Following Points whenDetermining the Proper Doneness of Turkey A whole turkey should be cooked until the internal temperature of the breast meat reaches 170°F and the deepest portion of the thigh reaches 180°F.

Add two cups water to drippings. Mix well. Add contents of gravy packet. Stir continuously with a wire whisk and bring it to a boil for approximately one minute. Yield: Approximately 2 1/2 cups.

General Guidelines for Rotisserie Grilling of TurkeyRotisserie Grilling Using a Charcoal GrillRotisserie Grilling Using a Gas Grill | Turkey Doneness Rotisserie grilling requires three key components: The spit assembly, a means to turn the spit, and a heat source for cooking.

Contamination Prevention | Cooking Safety | Proper Storage Contamination Prevention Shopping When shopping for fresh turkey, make sure it is among the last items selected so that the length of time it is without refrigeration is as short as possible.