Hope you are not behind schedule! If you are, here is an alternative: Thawing in Cold Water Allow 30 minutes per pound Place the turkey in a leak-proof plastic bag to prevent cross-contamination and to keep the turkey from absorbing excess water Submerge the wrapped turkey in cold tap water. Change the water every 30 minutes until the turkey is thawed. Cook the turkey immediately after thawing Cold Water Thawing Times 4 to 12 pounds — 2 to 6 hours 12 to 16 pounds — 6 to 8 hours 16 to 20 pounds — 8 to 10 hours 20 to 24 pounds — 10 to 12 hoursHope you are not behind schedule! If you are, here is an alternative: Thawing in Cold Water Allow 30 minutes per pound Place the turkey in a leak-proof plastic bag to prevent cross-contamination and to keep the turkey from absorbing excess water Submerge the wrapped turkey in cold tap water. Change the water every 30 minutes until the turkey is thawed. Cook the turkey immediately after thawing Cold Water Thawing Times 4 to 12 pounds — 2 to 6 hours 12 to 16 pounds — 6 to 8 hours 16 to 20 pounds — 8 to 10 hours 20 to 24 pounds — 10 to 12 hours

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