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Turkey 101

All you need to know to buy, cook, and carve your Thanksgiving bird.

Roasting Turkey for Beginners
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Roasting Turkey for Beginners

The key to roasting a perfect turkey is the temperature; you want moist, juicy meat on the inside and a crisp exterior. Keep your meat thermometer close by to ensure the bird reaches a safe internal temperature of between 165 and 180 degrees. An average 12-pound turkey with giblets will take around three hours to cook at 325 degrees. For a step-by-step guide, go to CookingLight.com.

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