Turkey thaw too long?

[jayjordan]

Brought frozen turkey home from store on Thursday and put it in the fridge to start thawing. Now after the “bad turkey” post I’m concerned that a six day thaw before brining tomorrow is too long/dangerous? Our fridge temp is about 35.

[Jerod Broussard]

You should be good. Likely still have ice in the body cavity.

[LA Pork Butt]

I thaw mine in the refrigerator 8 days before Thanksgiving to make sure it is completely thawed.

[Panhead John]

You’ll be fine, especially at 35 degrees. I agree with Jerrod, you might still have some frozen parts in the cavity.

[jayjordan]

Thanks gentlemen

[DavidNorcross]

I really think you are fine as well. Happy Thanksgiving!

[Santamarina]

My turkey always hits the fridge the Friday before Thanksgiving. This is what Meathead recommends in his turkey guide - regardless of weight - and I’ve been doing it for 10 years and have never had a problem.

[captainlee]

Just checked the 11 bound breast put in to thaw Monday morning. I took the wrapper off last night to dry brine a while and I think that helped speedup the process. Checking this morning it appears to be almost good to go, so tomorrow will not be an issue. Lesson learned here, give it an extra day.

[jayjordan]

Yes, all good here. Opened up the package this morning to start the brining process. No ice crystals inside the cavity but it was very cold.