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Turkey Thaw & Roast Planner

When to start thawing, how long to roast, and when the bird goes in the oven.

Kitchen Timer

Run several timers at once, with presets for proofing, baking, boiling and resting.

Ham Timer

Bone-in, spiral or boneless, with glaze timing and an easy recipe.

Prime Rib Planner

Rare to well done, with a doneness chart and resting time built in.

Sides & Pies Planner

Pick your dishes and get a start time for each one.

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Turkey guides

How to Safely Thaw a TurkeyFridge, cold water or microwave, plus what never to do.Turkey Internal Temperature: Where to Put the ThermometerThe 165°F rule and the three spots to check.How to Cook a Frozen TurkeyForgot to thaw? Here's how to roast it safely from frozen.How Long Are Thanksgiving Leftovers Safe?The 2-hour rule, fridge times, freezing and reheating.Brining a Turkey: Wet vs. DryRatios, timing, and which turkeys not to brine.Thanksgiving Day TimelineWhen to start each dish for a stress-free dinner.

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Why HolidayCookTimer?

Holiday meals go wrong in the planning, not the cooking. A turkey that's still frozen on Thursday morning, or a bird that's done two hours early, can throw off the whole day.

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