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13 lis 2024 · Use a food thermometer to measure the internal temperature of turkey and turkey parts. For a whole turkey, measure in three areas: Thickest part of the breast; Innermost part of the wing; Innermost part of the thigh. Note: Take care to ensure the thermometer does not touch any bones while measuring the temperature, as this will give an ...
n If your turkey has a “pop-up” temperature indicator, it is recommended that you also check the internal temperature of the turkey in the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast with a food thermometer. The minimum internal temperature should reach 165 °F for safety. nquality, let the turkey stand for 20 ...
Below is a chart that is the most conservative the USDA provides (12% fat) and it shows the how long the internal temperature needs to be held to kill off salmonella. Turkey tends to be pretty lean so it is likely you have a bird that is less than 12% fat.
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According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the safe minimum internal temperature for turkey breast is 165°F. At this temperature and above, any potentially harmful bacteria are killed off. Below 165°F, bacteria can survive and pose a foodborne illness risk.
20 lis 2024 · Turkey Doneness Temperature. Turkey Doneness Temp: 157°F (69°C) in the breast—not 165°F!, and 175°F (79°C) in the thigh for moist turkey. (USDA charts here or read more below to see why this is safe.) How to Cook a Turkey at a Glance: Cooking Time and More. Thawing: You need to verify that your turkey is fully thawed before cooking it to ...
17 lis 2021 · Make sure your turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165 F. Use a food thermometer to measure the internal temperature in three parts: the thickest part of the breast, the innermost part of the wing and the innermost part of the thigh.
