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How to Figure out What Size Turkey to Purchase

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By missforty
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If you are planning to cook a meal for friends and family and wish to roast a turkey at home, what size turkey should you buy? Here's how to tell.

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Instructions

Step 1

If you plan to roast a whole turkey bird, you will need to have 1 pound of turkey per person.
Step 2

If you plan to purchase boneless turkey breast, you will need 1/2 pound per person.
Step 3

If you will be purchasing turkey breast with bone-in, you will need 3/4 pound per person.