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Your guide to the perfect Christmas turkey

Your guide to the perfect Christmas turkey

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Is this the first time you've cooked a Christmas turkey? Or maybe you're just tired of the same old recipe and want to try something different. From defrosting guidelines to inspirational recipes, we're got it all covered. There's even a turkey helpline in case you get stuck!

Cook your turkey to perfection with our instant defrosting and cooking times:

Further information on defrosting your turkey from frozen:
Check the packaging for instructions on how long to defrost your turkey for, but if there aren't any, then follow this guide:

Put it in the fridge, allow 10 to 12 hours per kg, but if your fridge is cooler than 4°C (39°F), add extra defrosting time.
Leave it in a cool room (below 17.5°C, 64°F) and allow three to four hours per kg.
Leave it at room temperature (about 20°C, 68°F) and allow approximately two hours per kg.

Recipe pictured above is Roast turkey with garlic & herbs