Willie Bird Turkey

Thawing Instructions

If you need to cook your turkey in the next couple of days, we recommend softening the bird in the refrigerator. Below are the USDA's recommended refrigerator thawing times:

4 to 12 pounds – 1 to 2 days
12 to 16 pounds – 2 to 3 days
16 to 20 pounds – 3 to 4 days

If you need to cook your turkey in less than one day, we recommend softening your bird in a cold-water bath. Allow approx. 30 minutes per pound.

Submerge the turkey (in the original bag) in cold tap water. Change the water every 30 minutes until the turkey is thawed. Cook the turkey immediately after it is thawed. Below are the USDA's recommended 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

Roasting an Unstuffed Turkey

A turkey is easier to prepare and roasts more evenly and faster if left unstuffed; the stuffing can be baked separately. The times listed below are calculated for an unstuffed turkey. Bring the bird to room temperature. Place it, breast side up, on a rack in a roasting pan and roast at 400°F for 30 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 325°F and continue roasting until done. Allow 13 to 15 minutes per pound.

Turkey Weight Approximate Roasting Time

10 to 12 lb. – 2 1/2 to 3 hours
12 to 14 lb. – 2 3/4 to 3 1/4 hours
14 to 16 lb. – 3 to 3 3/4 hours
16 to 18 lb. – 3 1/4 to 4 hours

Roasting a Stuffed Turkey

Stuff the turkey just before putting it in the oven (do not stuff it earlier). Spoon the dressing loosely into the body and neck cavities. Do not overfill, as the dressing will expand during roasting. Truss the turkey. To facilitate removing the stuffing, first line the inside of the cavity with a double layer of cheesecloth, allowing it to extend beyond the cavity by a few inches. Then spoon the stuffing inside. After roasting the bird, gently pull the overhanging cheesecloth and the stuffing will slip out easily, neatly tucked inside the cheesecloth. To ensure that a stuffed turkey cooks evenly, roast the bird slowly, breast side up, at 325°F, covering the breast loosely with foil for the first two-thirds of the roasting time. Using the chart above, add about 30 minutes to the total cooking time for stuffed birds weighing 16 lb. or less, and about 1 hour for birds weighing more than 16 lb.

Testing for Doneness

The breast and thighs must reach different internal temperatures for ideal doneness. The breast should register 165°F and the thigh, 175°F. Begin testing for doneness 30 minutes to 1 hour before the total roasting time is reached. To test the breast using an instant-read thermometer, insert it into the meatiest part, several inches above the wings. To test the thigh, insert the instant-read thermometer alongside the opening of the main cavity underneath the drumstick, away from the bone. This is the meatiest part of the thigh.

Roasting Tips

The turkey will continue to cook internally after you remove it from the oven, so you may take it out when the thermometer registers 3°F to 4°F below the minimum temperature. Then cover the bird loosely with aluminum foil. If roasting a stuffed bird, be sure the stuffing reaches 165°F. After taking the turkey out of the oven, let it rest for 20 to 30 minutes. This allows time for some of the juices to be absorbed back into the meat, which makes it easier to carve and more moist. If roasting a stuffed bird, remove all of the stuffing at serving time.

Herb Roasted Turkey Breast, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Turkey breast ships chilled with ice packs.
Upon receipt, store in refrigerator for up to 6 weeks or in freezer for up to 6 months.

Preparation Instructions

If frozen, thaw in refrigerator as noted above.
Wrap breast in foil and roast at 350°F until internal temperature reaches 140°F.
Remove breast from oven and let rest 10 to 15 minutes prior to serving.

Herb Focaccia Stuffed Turkey Breast, 3 lb., Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Turkey breast ships frozen to arrive chilled.
Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 12 months.

Preparation Instructions

Cook from thawed.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Remove plastic and place in roasting pan, leaving net on.
Place in center of oven and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Approx. cook time: 70–80 minutes for 3 lb.

Whole Roasted Turkey, 10-13 lb., Serves 8-13

Receiving Instructions

Turkey ships chilled with ice packs.
Upon receipt, store in refrigerator for up to 4 weeks or in freezer for up to 6 months.

Preparation Instructions

To thaw, remove from freezer and place in refrigerator as noted above. Remove thawed turkey from refrigerator 1 hour before roasting and remove from bag. Do not leave turkey at room temperature longer than 1 hour.
To serve whole oven roasted turkey hot, place in sealed roaster pan or wrapped in foil and heat at medium temperature (approx. 325°F) for the below times, or approx. 10–15 minutes per pound.
7–10 lb. (cook time: 2 hours).
10–13 lb. (cook time: 2 1/2 hours).
13–16 lb. (cook time: 3 hours).

Whole Roasted Turkey, 13-16 lb., Serves 8-13

Receiving Instructions

Turkey ships chilled with ice packs.
Upon receipt, store in refrigerator for up to 4 weeks or in freezer for up to 6 months.

Preparation Instructions

To thaw, remove from freezer and place in refrigerator as noted above. Remove thawed turkey from refrigerator 1 hour before roasting and remove from bag. Do not leave turkey at room temperature longer than 1 hour.
To serve whole oven roasted turkey hot, place in sealed roaster pan or wrapped in foil and heat at medium temperature (approx. 325°F) for the below times, or approx. 10–15 minutes per pound.
7–10 lb. (cook time: 2 hours).
10–13 lb. (cook time: 2 1/2 hours).
13–16 lb. (cook time: 3 hours).

Fresh Free-Range Turkey, 12-14 lb., Serves 8-12

Receiving Instructions

Turkey ships fresh with ice packs to arrive chilled.
Upon receipt, store turkey, still in the vacuum-sealed bag, in refrigerator for up to 7 days or in freezer for up to 3 months.
Remove turkey from refrigerator 1 hour before roasting and remove from bag.
Do not leave turkey at room temperature longer than 1 hour.

Preparation Instructions

To remove the truss, just lift the ring and pull it up and over the end of the drumstick. To secure the truss, hold the drumsticks together, lift the ring and pull it over the drumsticks. The nylon truss is oven safe, microwavable and can withstand oven temperatures of up to 450°F.

Fresh Free-Range Turkey, 16-18 lb., Serves 8-12

Receiving Instructions

Turkey ships fresh with ice packs to arrive chilled.
Upon receipt, store turkey, still in the vacuum-sealed bag, in refrigerator for up to 7 days or in freezer for up to 3 months.
Remove turkey from refrigerator 1 hour before roasting and remove from bag.
Do not leave turkey at room temperature longer than 1 hour.

Preparation Instructions

To remove the truss, just lift the ring and pull it up and over the end of the drumstick. To secure the truss, hold the drumsticks together, lift the ring and pull it over the drumsticks. The nylon truss is oven safe, microwavable and can withstand oven temperatures of up to 450°F.

Fresh Spatchcock Turkey, 16-18 lb., Serves 10-14

Receiving Instructions

Turkey ships frozen to arrive chilled.
Upon receipt, remove from shipping container and store unopened in refrigerator for up to 5 days or in freezer for up to 1 year.

Preparation Instructions

Remove turkey from refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for 1 hour before cooking.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Remove turkey from bag, taking care to retain any juices and spices in bag.
Place turkey on rack in roasting pan, splayed out so it is flat. Pour any remaining juices and spices in bag over and around breast and legs. Cover breast and wings with foil.
Roast for 1 hour, then remove foil and reduce heat to 325°F. Roast for additional 2 1/2 hours, or until instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh reaches 165°F.
Total cooking time should be approx. 3 1/2 hours (approx. 12–14 minutes per pound).
Let rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Stuffing, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Stuffing ships frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 10 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator and enjoy within 5 days.

Sausage & Cranberry Stuffing

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Remove plastic packaging, cover trays with foil and transfer to oven.
If cooking from frozen, bake for 75–80 minutes, or until warmed through.
If cooking after thawing, bake for 37–40 minutes, or until warmed through. Uncover and bake for additional 20 minutes, or until stuffing is golden brown and crisp.
Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Test Kitchen Tip: If you prefer stuffing with a deep caramel-brown crust, finish under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes.

Herby Sourdough Stuffing

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Remove plastic packaging, cover tray with foil and transfer to oven.
If cooking from frozen, bake for approx. 80 minutes, or until warmed through.
If cooking after thawing, bake for approx. 40 minutes, or until warmed through.
Uncover and bake for additional 20–40 minutes, or until stuffing is golden brown and crisp.
Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
If you prefer stuffing with deep caramel-brown crust, finish under broiler for 2–3 minutes.

Mashed Potatoes, Serves 5-6

Receiving Instructions

Mashed potatoes ship frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.

Classic Mashed Potatoes

Receiving Instructions

Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 10 months. Once opened, stored in refrigerator and enjoy within 5 days.

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove plastic packaging, cover tray with foil and transfer to oven.
If cooking from frozen, bake for 60 minutes.
If cooking after thawing in refrigerator overnight, bake for 30 minutes.
Uncover, stir, cover with foil and bake for additional 10–15 minutes or until warmed through.

Herb Mashed Potatoes, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 10 months. Once opened, stored in refrigerator and enjoy within 5 days.

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Remove plastic packaging, cover tray with foil and transfer to oven.
If cooking from frozen, bake for 75 minutes.
If cooking after thawing, bake for 37 minutes.
Stir, cover and bake for additional 20–30 minutes, or until warmed through.

Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 9 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator and enjoy within 7 days.

Preparation Instructions

From Thawed: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove plastic, cover tray with foil and transfer to oven. Bake for 37 minutes. Uncover, stir, cover with foil and bake for additional 20–30 minutes, or until warmed through.
From Frozen: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove plastic, cover tray with foil and transfer to oven. Bake for 75 minutes. Uncover, stir, cover with foil and bake for additional 20–30 minutes, or until warmed through.
Test Kitchen Tip: To enhance flavor, drizzle with truffle oil and garnish with chopped chives just before serving.

Green Bean Almondine, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Side dish ships frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 9 months.

Preparation Instructions

For best results, defrost in refrigerator overnight.
Position rack in top third of oven and set to broil.
Lightly spray a half baking sheet with cooking spray, and evenly distribute green beans across sheet.
Broil for 4 to 10 minutes, until completely warmed through, tossing the green beans halfway through cook time.
Transfer to platter and serve.
For blistered green beans, broil a few minutes longer, until you see some charring along tips of green beans.

Cheesy Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Brussels sprouts ship frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 10 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator and enjoy within 5 days.

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Remove plastic packaging, cover tray with foil and transfer to oven.
If cooking from frozen, bake for 60 minutes.
If cooking after thawing, bake for 30 minutes.
Uncover and broil for 2–5 minutes, or until a few tips of the Brussels sprouts are slightly charred.
Toss and serve.

Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Spicy Balsamic, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Brussels sprouts ship frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 10 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator for up to 6 days.

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Spread Brussels sprouts and bacon evenly on baking sheet and drizzle with about three-quarters of balsamic dressing.
If dressing is still frozen, place sealed bag in simmering water for 5 minutes or until softened.
If cooking from frozen, toss Brussels sprouts with dressing. Roast for 20–25 minutes, or until crisp and hot throughout.
If cooking after thawing, roast for approx. 15 minutes, or until crisp and hot throughout.
For extra crispy Brussels sprouts, broil for additional 2–5 minutes, or until desire doneness.
Drizzle with remaining dressing and serve.

Maple Pecan Butternut Squash, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Butternut squash ships frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 10 months. Once opened, stored in refrigerator and enjoy within 5 days.

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove plastic packaging. Remove maple-pecan mix and set aside. Cover tray with foil, place on baking sheet and transfer to oven.
If cooking from frozen, bake for approx. 30 minutes or until squash is tender and hot throughout.
If cooking after thawing, bake for 15–20 minutes or until squash is tender and hot throughout.
Stir maple-pecan mix into squash. If mix is still frozen, place unopened bag in simmering water for 5 minutes to soften before adding to squash.
Cover tray with foil, return to oven and bake for 10 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for 10 minutes more.

Brown Butter Sweet Potatoes with Pecan Sage Streusel, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Sweet potato purée ships frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 10 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Preparation Instructions

Frozen: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove plastic packaging, cover tray with foil, place on baking sheet and transfer to oven. Bake for 45–60 minutes, or until warmed through.
Thawed: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove plastic packaging, cover tray with foil, place on baking sheet and transfer to oven. Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until warmed through.
Uncover and broil until top is deep golden brown, 2–5 minutes.

Mac & Cheese, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Entrée ships frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, store unopened entrée in freezer for up to 10 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator and enjoy within 7 days.

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Remove plastic packaging, cover tray with foil and transfer to oven.
If cooking from frozen, bake for 75–80 minutes, or until warmed through.
If cooking after thawing, bake for 37–40 minutes, or until warmed through.
Uncover and broil for 2–5 minutes, or until top is golden brown.
Let cool for about 15 minutes before serving.

Corn Pudding, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Corn pudding ships frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 10 months.

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Remove plastic packaging, cover tray with foil, place on baking sheet and transfer to oven.
If cooking from frozen, bake for 80 minutes, or until hot throughout. Uncover and bake for additional 10–15 minutes, or until top is lightly browned.
If cooking after thawing, bake for 25 minutes, or until hot throughout. Uncover and bake for additional 10 minutes, or until top is lightly browned.

Galaxy Desserts® Parker House Rolls, Set of 12, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Rolls ship frozen with dry ice, which may evaporate during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, remove rolls from shipping container and store in freezer for up to 6 months.

Preparation Instructions

Keep frozen until ready to rise.
Remove tray from box.
Let rolls rise in tray at room temperature overnight.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Lightly brush tops of rolls with egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tsp. water).
Bake in tray until tops are golden brown, approx. 18–20 minutes.
Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Cranberry sauce ships frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 10 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator and enjoy within 7 days.

Preparation Instructions

For best results, defrost in refrigerator overnight.
Transfer to small saucepan and cook over medium-low heat.
Stir occasionally until warmed through.
Transfer to small bowl and serve.

Caramelized Onion Gravy, Serves 4-6

Receiving Instructions

Gravy ships frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.
Upon receipt, store unopened in freezer for up to 10 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Preparation Instructions

Gravy can be cooked from frozen or thawed.
Frozen: Put sealed bag into pot of simmering water until gravy softens, 12–15 minutes. Carefully remove bag, drain water and dry pot. Open bag and pour gravy directly into pot. Cook over medium heat until hot, stirring frequently, 3–5 minutes.
Thawed: Open bag and pour gravy directly into pot. Cook over medium heat until hot, stirring frequently, 5–7 minutes. Alternatively, put sealed bag into pot of simmering water until warmed through, 5–7 minutes. Carefully remove bag, drain water and dry pot. Open bag and pour gravy directly into pot. Cook over medium heat until hot, stirring frequently, 3–5 minutes.

Pie, Serves 8-10

Receiving Instructions

Pie ships frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands.

Jane's Sweet Things Pumpkin Pie with Leaf

Receiving Instructions

Upon receipt, remove from bakery box and store in freezer for up to 2 months or in refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Preparation Instructions

If frozen, thaw in refrigerator overnight.
Bring to room temperature 1 hour before serving.
Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container.
Do not microwave.

Jane's Sweet Things Pecan Pie

Receiving Instructions

Upon receipt, remove from bakery box and store in freezer for up to 3 months, or in refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Preparation Instructions

Pie is best served chilled or at room temperature.
If frozen, thaw at room temperature for 4–5 hours before serving.
Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for up to 5 days.

Jane's Sweet Things Double Crust Apple Pie

Receiving Instructions

Upon receipt, store in refrigerator for up to 3 days or in freezer for up to 3 months.

Preparation Instructions

If frozen, thaw in refrigerator overnight.
Pie is fully cooked and can be served chilled or at room temperature.

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