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Thawing a Frozen Turkey!

November 20, 2011 By The Frugal Mom 1 Comment

This is a reminder to thaw those turkeys! If you are wondering how long you will need, check out these guidelines:

Thawing in the Fridge?

Allow approximately 24 hours for every 4 to 5 pounds
- 4 to 12 pounds 1 to 3 days
- 12 to 16 pounds 3 to 4 days
- 16 to 20 pounds 4 to 5 days
- 20 to 24 pounds 5 to 6 days

*Leave the turkey wrapped, but place a tray or paper towels underneath so the juices stay contained. Once thawed it is safe to leave the turkey in the refridgerator for up to 2 days.

Thawing in Cold Water?

Allow approximately 30 minutes per pound
- 4 to 12 pounds 2 to 6 hours
- 12 to 16 pounds 6 to 8 hours
- 16 to 20 pounds 8 to 10 hours
- 20 to 24 pounds 10 to 12 hours

*Leave the turkey wrapped. Try not to let any water leak through the wrapping. Put your turkey in the cold water. CHANGE THE WATER EVERY 30 MINUTES. (very important to keep it from becoming contaminated.) Cook Turkey immediately.

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Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt Printable!

November 20, 2011 By The Frugal Mom Leave a Comment

What better way to walk off your turkey dinner, than with a family scavenger hunt around your neighborhood! Family Fun has this sweet scavenger hunt list available for printing!
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FREE Thanksgiving Card – Today Only!

November 16, 2011 By The Frugal Mom Leave a Comment

Today (11/16) only, get a FREE Thanksgiving card from Tiny Prints!

Use the coupon code: FREETHX11 at checkout.

*Choose “send it to me first”, there is no charge for shipping, otherwise you pay $0.44 for the stamp.
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HOT! $2 Off Fresh Butterball Turkey + $5 Rebate Information!

November 15, 2011 By The Frugal Mom Leave a Comment

Be sure to print this coupon for $2 off a Fresh Butterball Turkey! This is just in time for Thanksgiving!
(I bought a Butterball Turkey two weeks ago. They were $0.49/lb.)
If you can’t find the coupon under your zip code, try zip code 30189.

Then, be sure to save your receipt to get a $5 rebate from Butterball! Click here to print the form!

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