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When it comes to picking out the right\nturkey for your Thanksgiving feast, we know that size matters. But how much\nturkey does each guest at your table actually\nneed<\/em>? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, the perfect-sized bird doesn\u2019t take a math equation to figure out! We\u2019re keeping it simple and recommend you allow at least 1 pound of uncooked turkey per person. This general rule of thumb works perfectly for a mid-sized group (8-12 people). For a larger group that requires more than 15 pounds of turkey, you may want to consider using two smaller birds to help with even cooking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does your guest list fall somewhere in between? Try serving a bone-in or boneless breast to accompany your whole bird nicely while providing additional white meat portions for your guests. Turkey cuts<\/a> also make for a great alternative if you’re paring down your holiday celebrations. You can try out a traditional holiday recipe<\/a> or shoot for some variety<\/a> should you choose to get creative. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For the guest who\u2019s always reaching for seconds (or if you want to count on tasty leftovers), opting for 1.25-1.5 pounds per person is a safe bet. By purchasing a larger turkey than needed for the holiday feast, you can transform holiday leftovers into time-saving meals. Freeze the extra cooked turkey and you\u2019ll have your own \u201cready-to-prepare\u201d healthy food for quick and easy post-holiday dishes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take the stress out of the selection process this year with our step-by-step Thanksgiving 101<\/a> guide. And if all else fails, just know that you can never have too much turkey! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":"\nPhoto via Taste of Home\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to picking out the right\nturkey for your Thanksgiving feast, we know that size matters. But how much\nturkey does each guest at your table actually\nneed? \n\n\n\nThankfully, the perfect-sized bird doesn\u2019t take a math equation to figure out! We\u2019re keeping it simple and recommend you allow at least 1 pound of uncooked turkey per person. 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