Turkey Thawing Chart

For more information on preparing, cooking, and storing turkey, see Turkey.

Turkey Size	In the Refrigerator (Approximately 24 hours for every 4-5 lbs.)	In Cold Water (Approximately 30 minutes per lb.)
4 to 12 pounds	1 to 3 days	2 to 6 hours
12 to 16 pounds	3 to 4 days	6 to 8 hours
16 to 20 pounds	4 to 5 days	8 to 10 hours
20 to 24 pounds	5 to 6 days	10 to 12 hours

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Source URL: http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/charts/turkeythawingchart.html
Source Agency: Health and Human Services (HHS)
Captured Date: 2014-12-11 03:50:28.0