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Defrosting a turkey help needed!

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izzybizzybuzzybees · 22/12/2011 00:25

Ive googled like crazy but keep getting conflicting advice!

I have a 5.8kg turkey and need to know how long to defrost it??

Ideally will be at room temp (quite cool though as large kitchen and small radiator!)

Help!

OP posts:
Seona1973 · 22/12/2011 08:03

nhs website says this:

In a fridge at 4ºC (39ºF), allow about 10 to 12 hours per kg, but remember that not all fridges will be this temperature.

In a cool room (below 17.5ºC, 64ºF), allow approximately three to four hours per kg, or longer if the room is particularly cold.

At room temperature (about 20ºC, 68ºF) allow approximately two hours per kg.

When your turkey is fully defrosted, put it in the fridge until you're ready to cook it. If this isn't possible, make sure you cook it immediately.

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