Method
- If using a frozen turkey, ensure it has thoroughly defrosted before cooking.
- Calculate the cooking time using the bird's stuffed weight.
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4 (for a fan-assisted oven, refer to the manufacturer's handbook).
- Roast the turkey without foil according to its oven-ready weight: 2.25–3.5kg (5–8lb) for 1¾–2 hours; 3.5–5kg (8–11lb) for 2–2¾ hours; 5–6.75kg (11–15lb) for 2¾–3¼ hours; 6.75–9kg (15–20lb) for 3¼–3½ hours.
Notes
If you are using a frozen turkey make sure that it has thoroughly defrosted before cooking. Calculate the cooking time by using the bird's stuffed weight. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4 (for a fan-assisted oven, use manufacturer's handbook).
COOKING TIMES WITHOUT FOIL:
2.25–3.5kg/5–8lb: 1¾–2 hours
3.5–5kg/8–11lb: 2–2¾ hours
5–6.75kg/11–15lb: 2¾–3¼ hours
6.75–9kg/15–20lb: 3¼–3½ hours