| TURKEY WEIGHT | SERVING QUANTITY | COOKING TIMES |
|---|---|---|
| 5kg (11lb) | 6 TO 8 PEOPLE | 150 mins (Approx) |
| 6kg (13lb) | 8 TO 10 PEOPLE | 180 mins (Approx) |
| 7kg (15lb) | 10 TO 12 PEOPLE | 210 mins (Approx) |
| 8kg (17.5lb) | 14 TO 16 PEOPLE | 240 mins (Approx) |
| 9kg (20lb) | 18 TO 22 PEOPLE | 270 mins (Approx) |
*Cooking times are approximates only and are based in a pre-heated oven of 180°C (350°F)
Having chosen this top-quality product for the most important meal of the year we hope the following tips will help make a successful start to the festive celebrations.
STORAGE
Keep the Turkey in the refrigerator until you are ready to prepare it for cooking. Remove the giblets and keep in a separate container in the fridge. Wash them in salt water and use the liver to make a tasty pate. Boil the remainder in water with vegetables to make a stock.
ROASTING METHOD
Weigh the Turkey, including the stuffing. It can be cooked with or without foil wrapping. When using foil, remove it for last hour to crisp and brown the skin. Place Turkey in roasting tin breast-side down. The only fat deposits are in the back which will gradually filter down to the breast during cooking, making the meat moist and succulent. Turn the Turkey over for the last 30-60 minutes of cooking.
ROASTING TIMES
Calculate the roasting time from the table above. You can test to see if your turkey is cooked by inserting a skewer into the inside of the thigh and the thick parts of the meat. If there is a trace of pink in the juice, return the turkey to the oven and cook for a little longer, then check again. Use the juices to make the gravy.
