Does It Take Longer To Cook 2 Turkeys?

Yes. Cooking two turkeys of about the same weight does not double the roasting time.

Cooking time is determined by the weight of one bird

. Just make sure there is sufficient oven space for proper heat circulation.

How long does it take to cook two turkeys at once?

Don't double the roasting time: Even though you'll have two birds cooking, this doesn't mean you should double the cooking time for your turkey. So if you have two 12-pound turkeys, you'll roast the required time as if you only had one, which is

23⁄4 to 3 hours at 325°F

.

How do I cook two turkeys in the oven?

1. Select two turkeys that are approximately the same weight. …
2. Preheat the oven temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
3. Dry each turkey with paper towels and place breast-side up on separate wire racks inside separate roasting pans.
4. Tuck the wing tips under the shoulder of each bird.

Is it better to buy 2 small turkeys or one big one?

Choose a small, fresh turkey in the 14-pound-and-under category. Large turkeys take longer to cook, making the outer meat likely to overcook and dry out before the interior meat is cooked. If you're feeding more than 12 people,

buy two small turkeys rather than one big one

.

How long does it take to cook two 15 pound turkeys?

The simplest way to figure out turkey roasting times is to calculate

13 minutes per pound

at 350°F for an unstuffed turkey (that's about 3 hours for a 12- to 14-lb turkey), or 15 minutes per pound for a stuffed turkey.

Do you cook a turkey at 325 or 350?

Roast in a 325° or

350°

(depending on size of bird; see below) oven until thermometer registers 160°. If turkey is unstuffed, tip slightly to drain juices from body cavity into pan. Transfer turkey to a platter. Let stand in a warm place, uncovered, for 15 to 30 minutes, then carve.

Can you cook other things in the oven with the turkey?

Yes

, the last thing in your oven should probably be the turkey (unless you're grilling or deep-frying). But any turkey should rest for at least 30 minutes before carving, so take full advantage. Your oven will be free to bake a batch of biscuits, or reheat any oven-baked side dishes that need to be warm before serving.

Are small turkeys better?

It's tough to cook a big turkey evenly. I have tried the two-bird thing. … A small bird, however, can spend less time in the oven so the breast

meat

stands a better chance at being less dry. The advantage to two small birds is more drumsticks, more delicious, crispy skin and an easier meat-management program.

How do I cook two turkey breasts in the oven?

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Arrange the two turkey breasts in a baking pan with the meat side up. …
3. Roast the turkey breasts based on the weight of the larger breast, but add 15 minutes to the total cooking time.

How long does it take to smoke 2 turkeys?

The turkey should smoke for

30 to 40 minutes per pound

, until the inside temperature reaches 165 ̊F. 6. Check every hour for smoke. Add wood chips if you don't see any smoke.

Are small turkeys more tender?

Smaller turkeys are younger and

generally have moister, more tender meat

. (By smaller, we mean turkeys weighing 12 pounds or less.)

What is the best size turkey to cook?

When choosing a turkey to serve on Thanksgiving, figure

1 1/2 pounds per person

. If you are serving 10 people on Thanksgiving, choose a bird that is 15 to 20 pounds. Smaller birds that weigh less than 12 pounds have a smaller meat-to-bone ratio, so figure two pounds per person.

What size turkey is the most tender?

Size is key —

smaller birds tend

to be more tender; if you have a lot of guests coming, think about cooking two small turkeys instead of one large one. Gender plays a role too — female birds, known as hens, tend to be slaughtered younger (i.e., smaller); larger turkeys are typically males, known as toms or stags.

Can you cook two turkey breasts in the same pan?

Select breasts that are

similar in size

so they'll be done at roughly the same time if you want to cook more than one for the guests at your holiday table. If you're cooking more than one turkey breast in a roasting pan, make sure there's room between the breasts so that hot air can circulate on all sides.

Can turkey and ham be cooked together?

You will need to put the ham in the oven for about 1 hour before you add the turkey to the oven. The cook time for ham and turkey is

15 minutes per pound

. Total cook time for ham is 3 hours and the total for the turkey is 2 hours.

Can you brine two turkeys together?

If you are brining one turkey breast or a very small turkey, you can use half the brine mix, sugar, water, and ice and save the other half for Christmas! When you are brining two turkey breasts,

do not add their weights together

. If one breast is 5 pounds and one is 7 then brine both breasts for a total of 5-6 hours.