Turkey Calculator
Enter your guest count and when you want to eat. We'll tell you what size turkey to buy, exactly when to start thawing it, and how long it'll take in the oven — based on USDA guidance.
The free planner builds your menu, keeps track of who's bringing what, invites your guests, and reminds you when to thaw and cook the turkey.
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How this is calculated
Turkey size uses the standard rule of thumb: 1 pound per person (1.5 pounds if you want leftovers), with kids counted as half a portion. Thaw and roast times follow USDA's official thawing guidance and roasting timetables at 325°F. We always plan for the slower end of the range, so you're never caught short. A food thermometer is still the only real way to know it's done: 165°F in the thickest part of the breast, the innermost thigh and wing, and the center of any stuffing.