How much turkey do I need per person?
About 1 pound eachBuy about 1 pound of whole turkey per person, which means a 12-pound bird for twelve people. Go up to 1 1/2 pounds each if you want sandwiches the next day. A boneless breast takes about 1/2 pound per person.
The Christmas dinner
How much ham do I need per person? 
How much prime rib do I need per person? 
How long does it take to thaw a turkey in the refrigerator? 
What temperature should a turkey be cooked to? 
What temperature should ham and beef roasts be cooked to? 
How long can cooked food sit out? 
How long do Christmas leftovers last in the refrigerator? 
How long do Christmas cookies last, and can you freeze them? 
Is homemade eggnog safe to drink? - How big a turkey for 12 people?
- About 12 pounds, or about 18 pounds if you want leftovers.
- What about a turkey breast?
- About 3/4 pound per person with the bone in, and 1/2 pound boneless.
- What about a frozen stuffed turkey?
- About 1 1/4 pounds per person. Keep it frozen until you cook it.
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Last checked Monday, November 9, from university extension services.
From our shop Tartan tumbler For the first cup of the day, before the oven is even warm. Our tartan tumbler. 
