Thawing Time in Refrigerator Approximately 24 hours per 5 lbs

Whole Turkey Weight        Thawing Time
8 to 12 lbs                             1 to 2 days
12 to 16 lbs                           2 to 3 days
16 to 20 lbs                           3 to 4 days
20 to 24 lbs                           4 to 5 days

Thawing Time in Cold Water

Approximately 30 minutes per pound
Change water every 1/2 hour.

Whole Turkey Weight         Thawing Time
8 to 12 lbs                             4 to 6 hours
12 to 16 lbs                           6 to 8 hours
16 to 20 lbs                           8 to 10 hours
20 to 24 lbs                           10 to 12 hours

After thawing, remove neck and giblets from both neck and body cavities, wash turkey inside and out with cold water, drain well. Thawed turkey may remain in the refrigerator 1 to 2 days.

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