How to Defrost and Roast a Turkey

Sara's Method for Roasting Turkey 1. If turkey is frozen, thaw in the refrigerator or a sink of cold water (see procedure below). 2. Preheat oven to 325 F. Arrange an oven shelf in the lower third of the oven. Remove the neck and giblets from the body cavity of the turkey, reserving them for turkey broth (see turkey broth recipe). Drain the juices and pat the bird dry inside and out. 3. If stuffing, stuff right before roasting (see basic stuffing recipe). Return legs to tucked position, if...Full Story