Butterball's new turkey terminates thaw time
Add Axios as your preferred source to
see more of our stories on Google.
Butterball's Cook From Frozen Premium Whole Turkey. Photo: Courtesy of Butterball
Butterball is introducing a new turkey this Thanksgiving that it says eliminates the need to thaw it: Cook From Frozen Premium Whole Turkey.
Why it matters: Thawing a turkey is time-consuming, and making sure you allow enough time to thaw can be stressful.
- A frozen 16-pound turkey (the most common weight purchased) will need at least four days in the refrigerator to thaw before cooking.
- A thawed turkey can last in the refrigerator only up to two days before cooking, according to the USDA.
What they're saying: With the new Cook From Frozen Premium Whole Turkey, "all you have to do is unwrap and roast it," Michelle Lieszkovszky, Butterball's head of innovation, tells Axios.
Yes, but: Don't stuff it (prepare stuffing separately) and don't deep fry it.
When and how to thaw your Thanksgiving turkey
If you are thawing a frozen turkey this Thanksgiving, there are two common methods: the refrigerator or cold water.
For refrigerator thawing, plan for one day of thawing for every 4 pounds of turkey (not including Thanksgiving Day).
For the cold water method, plan for 30 minutes per pound.
