Discover the safest and smartest ways to defrost a turkey ahead of Thanksgiving so that you can prepare accordingly.

We're just a few days out from Thanksgiving, and it's time to talk turkey. Anyone gearing up to cook the centerpiece poultry for the moveable feast has likely already ordered or is planning to pick up ...

Turkey prep is one of the biggest Christmas dinner stress points – especially if you’re dealing with a frozen bird, a packed fridge and everyone asking when dinner will be ready. And because no one ...

Learn how to safely defrost your turkey—without risking foodborne drama on Thanksgiving. Defrosting turkey in the fridge is the safest and most hands-off method, and is the only USDA-recommended ...

Here are some quick and safe ways to thaw a frozen turkey, even at the very last minute. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 Thanksgiving is almost here! If you're planning to cook the big bird, the USDA ...

Holidays are stressful enough without worrying over thawing your Thanksgiving turkey. Timing is everything, and we've got you covered. Depending on the size of your bird, you might need to start ...

Are you cooking an entire turkey this Thanksgiving? Don't fret. Here's everything you need to to know. How long to thaw a turkey? A whole turkey requires approximately 24 hours of thawing for every 4 ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) — If you purchased a frozen turkey for your Thanksgiving meal, preparation needs to begin days ahead of time. Depending on the size, some turkeys can take days to thaw. If your ...