FOOD DEADLINE TOOL

Turkey thaw-time calculator

Enter the turkey’s weight and choose a safe thawing method. The calculator uses FoodSafety.gov’s planning rates.

Turkey weight (lb)Method

Cold-water method: Keep the turkey in leak-proof packaging, submerge in cold water, change the water every 30 minutes and cook immediately after thawing.

FoodSafety.gov turkey thawing chart. Never thaw turkey on the counter.