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You take the turkey out at 165°F, but when you slice into the thigh, there’s a pinkish hue near the bone. Is it raw? Nope. It’s actually a reaction between myoglobin in the meat and the oven heat—totally normal and safe. This happens more often in younger birds.

What Temperature Is Turkey Done? Safe Cooking Guide

Ignore the color. Trust the thermometer, not your eyes. The same logic applies to brined turkeys—they can look pink even when well-done. Your eyes will play tricks on you; the probe is your true north.

If you’re still paranoid (I see you, type-A personality), just check the internal temp again in a few spots. Consistency across the bird is your new best friend.

Should You Stuff It? (Spoiler: Probably Not)

If you stuff your turkey, you have to get the stuffing temperature to 165°F too. That means the bird will overcook while waiting for the stuffing to catch up. It’s a math problem with sad results.

My advice? Cook the stuffing separately in a buttered dish. You get crispy edges, better flavor, and a turkey that actually stays moist. Plus, you avoid the whole “salmonella-stuffing hybrid” nightmare.

If you absolutely must stuff, at least put the stuffing in just before roasting, and use a second thermometer inside the stuffing. Have fun checking that mid-bake—I’ll be over here with my un-stuffed, golden bird.