Our guide to what size Turkey & Goose to buy and how long to cook it this Christmas.

Is it your turn to do the Christmas cooking this year? Not sure what size turkey or goose to buy?

We have a few tips for you….

Firstly, always unwrap your bird and place it either in a refrigerator or cool larder. Remember to remove the giblets and keep in the fridge until you need them. If your bird is frozen, thawing takes around 24-30 hours:- pat dry with a dry cloth and it will roast to perfection.

Here is our guidelines for what size turkey to buy and approximate cooking times

5kg | Cook time 2 – 2.5 hours | Feeds Approx. 10 people

6kg  | Cook time 2.5 – 3 hours | Feeds Approx. 12 people

7kg | Cook time 3.5 hours | Feeds Approx. 14 people

8kg | Cook time 5 hours | Feeds Approx. 18 people

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Here is our guidelines for what size goose to buy and approximate cooking times

4.5 kg – 5 kg  | Cook time 1.5 – 2 hours  | Feeds Approx. 4 people

5 kg– 5.5 kg    | Cook time  2 – 2.5 hours | Feeds Approx. 6 people

5.5 kg – 6 kg | Cook time 2.5 –  3 hours  | Feeds Approx. 6-8 people

6 kg– 6.5 kg  |  Cook time  3 – 3.5 hours | Feeds Approx. 8-10 people

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Approximate cooking times at 200C/400F/Gas mark 6. Times may vary depending on your oven.

Don’t forget, goose fat makes excellent roast potatoes and roast parsnips 🙂

Merry Christmas and happy cooking!