Just like a good cup of coffee needs to be brewed at just the right temperature, your turkey needs to be cooked at a consistent temperature to ensure food safety and even cooking. The recommended internal temperature for a cooked turkey is at least 165°F, and you can use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Trust us, it's worth the extra effort to get it just right!
Now, you might be wondering, what's the difference between stuffed and unstuffed turkeys, and how does it affect cooking time? Well, the main difference is that a stuffed turkey will take longer to cook, since the stuffing inside the cavity needs to reach a safe internal temperature as well. On the other hand, an unstuffed turkey will cook more quickly, since there's less material to heat through.
