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Turkey Thawing Tips!

Jay Roberts

Well, hopefully by now you have taken your turkey out of the freezer and started thawing it. If not, hurry up! Here are a few tips that will ensure your turkey is perfect on Thanksgiving. Unless you burn it, but that’s on you. 😂

Refrigerator (This is the most recommended method)

Keep turkey in its packaging.
Place on a tray to catch drips.
Allow ~24 hours per 4–5 lbs.

Cold Water (Don’t forget to thoroughly clean your sink first if you’re using the sink!)

Submerge turkey in cold water, sealed in leak-proof packaging.
Change water every 30 minutes.
Thaw ~30 minutes per pound.

Microwave (Only if your turkey is very small!)

Follow your microwave’s instructions.
Cook immediately after thawing.

Jay Roberts

Born and raised in St. Paul, Jay Roberts began his radio career in Mankato, MN, with stops in Minneapolis (93.7 The Edge, 92 KQRS, and Zone 105), Northern Michigan, West Central Minnesota, and nationwide on a syndicated radio network. He’s passionate about the music, and our communities. When not on the air, Jay enjoys hunting & fishing, boating, exotic cars, and chasing severe storms. Jay and his wife and daughter also enjoy volunteering and supporting various non-profit organizations, and is an advocate for organ and tissue donation.