Posted on November 24, 2007 by quotes
Let’s Talk Turkey—A Consumer Guide to Safely Roasting a Turkey
Fresh or Frozen?
Fresh Turkeys
Allow 1 pound of turkey per person.
Buy your turkey only 1 to 2 days before you plan to cook it.
Keep it stored in the refrigerator until you’re ready to cook it. Place it on a tray or in a pan to catch any [...]
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Posted on November 24, 2007 by quotes
Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday meals often involve the cooking of turkey.
Last year, the Food Safety and Inspection Service announced a change in the “Single Minimum Internal Temperature Established for Cooked Poultry”. The new recommendation for cooking turkey, chisken and other poultry is as follows:
Single Minimum Internal Temperature Established For Cooked Poultry
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Tara Balsley
WASHINGTON, April 5, 2006 – [...]
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