A guide to how much turkey you need for your holiday meal (plus leftovers!).
The Thanksgiving meal revolves around turkey (about 46 million birds each year!
), so you definitely want to verify there’s enough for everyone around the table.
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It’s also the holiday we most look forward to eating those delicious leftovers for days after.
And, double check that it will fit in your oven space.
The pan can get heavy, so ensure someone is around who can lift it.
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This allows approximately 7 cooked ounces of meat per serving.
Though if you’re wanting to enjoyturkey leftovers(obviously!
So if you’re wondering “How many people does a 14-pound turkey feed?
“, the answer is about 9 guests.
What Size Turkey Should I Buy?
For large groups, consider buying a couple of smaller turkeys to match the pound per person rule.
So if you should probably feed 60 people, buy two turkeys that are around 20 pounds each.
Once you’ve got the bird, give it enoughtime to defrostbefore following the proper cooking times.
That way you ensure yourroast turkeyissafely cookedand perfectly juicy when it’s time to serve.
