Butterball's Top Ten 5. How Can Leftover Turkey Be Stored Safely? Within two hours after roasting, remove stuffing from turkey and carve the meat off the bones, then store in refrigerator or freezer. Refrigerator Storage: Wrap turkey slices and stuffing separately and use within three days. Frozen Storage: Wrap in heavy foil, freezer wrap or place in freezer container; for optimum taste, use stuffing within one month and turkey within two months. 6. How Do You Know When the Turkey Is Done? Turkey is done when the meat thermometer reaches the following temperatures: 180 to 185°F deep in the thigh; also, juices should be clear, not pink when thigh muscle is pierced deeply. 170 to 175°F in the thickest part of the breast, just above the rib bones. 160 to 165°F in the center of the stuffing, if turkey is stuffed. 7. What Do You Need to Do to a Turkey Just Before Roasting It? Remove original plastic wrapper from thawed or fresh turkey. Remove the neck and giblets from the body and neck cavities. Drain juices and blot turkey dry with paper towels. Stuff the turkey (optional) just before roasting; ingredients may be prepared earlier, but keep moist and dry ingredients separate and combine just before stuffing. Return legs to tucked position, if untucked. Insert oven-safe meat thermometer into the deepest part of the thigh. Brush with oil to prevent drying of the skin. Follow roasting directions that come with every Butterball turkey. 8. What’s the Proper Way to Stuff a Turkey? Generations of Americans have been enjoying turkeys -- stuffed and unstuffed. Whether you choose to stuff your turkey or cook stuffing in a casserole dish is a matter of personal preference. As with any preparation involving raw food ingredients, it’s important to carefully follow proper food safety and handling procedures to ensure a safe turkey every time. For consumers who choose to stuff their turkey, we recommend the following four guidelines.
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