Your 13.5-pound turkey is a manageable beast. It’s the perfect size for a party of six to eight, plus leftovers. And let’s be real — leftovers are the whole point of Thanksgiving. Turkey sandwiches? Heaven.
So here’s your cheat sheet: 325°F, 3 to 3.5 hours unstuffed, 3.75 to 4.25 hours stuffed. Use that thermometer. Pat it dry. Relax. It’s just dinner. A delicious, anxiety-inducing, family-pleasing dinner.
You’ve got this. Now go preheat your oven. I’ll be over in an hour with the pie. Save me a wing.
