Hour 1: The kitchen smells amazing. The skin is pale. You check it eight times.
Hour 2-3: The skin is browning. You resist the urge to open the oven. (Seriously, don’t.)
How long should you cook your Turkey? - The Times of India
Hour 4-5: The timer beeps. You jam the thermometer in. It reads 140°F. You sigh. Keep going.
Hour 6: The thigh reads 165°F. The breast reads 160°F. You pull it out. Victory.
Bonus time: Let it rest for 45 to 60 minutes. I know you’re hungry. The juices need to settle down.
