Enjoy this product 3-5 days after delivery or freeze upon arrival, and use within the year.
This product ships deep chilled to arrive fresh in a biodegradable liner. Arrival temperature of bird will vary depending on your location, & turkey may feel hard upon arrival – this indicates it is still deeply chilled.
That suggested roasting times may vary. If the turkey is unstuffed, decrease the roasting times listed above by approximately 30 minutes.
To remove the truss just lift the ring and pull it up and over the end of the drumstick. To secure the truss, hold the drumsticks together, lift the ring and pull it over the drumsticks. The nylon truss is oven and microwave safe and can withstand oven temperatures of up to 450º F.
Preheat oven to 325º F. Remove soft oven ready turkey from the bag. After removing the neck and giblets from the body cavities rinse the bird with cold water. Pat turkey dry with a paper towel. If you choose to stuff your bird this would be the time to do so.
A 30 pound turkey is the perfect centerpiece for a large holiday gathering Feeding a crowd? Make sure you get a turkey big enough so no one leaves your table hungry But where can you find a high quality frozen 30 lb turkey for your festive meal? Let’s explore some options.
Grocery Stores
National supermarket chains will carry large frozen turkeys around major holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. Keep an eye out for sales and specials too
Kroger – Butterball and Shady Brook Farms brand frozen turkeys up to 30 lbs available. Reserve online for pickup.
Albertsons – Honeysuckle and Safeway Select turkeys up to 30 lbs stocked seasonally. Check availability.
Publix – Publix and Butterball frozen turkeys, 24-26 lb average, stocked for the holidays.
Wegmans – All natural Wegmans brand and Butterball frozen turkeys up to 30 lbs.
Stop & Shop – Nature’s Promise brand turkeys and Butterball up to 30 lbs when in stock.
Check your local grocery store’s weekly ad circulars and ask the meat department for availability of large turkeys. Supply can fluctuate so shop early.
Warehouse Clubs
Bulk shopping clubs like Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s always carry large frozen turkeys around the winter holidays. You’ll need a membership to shop there.
Costco – Kirkland and Butterball brands, up to 30 lb turkeys available seasonally.
Sam’s Club – Members Mark and Butterball frozen turkeys, around 28 lb average weight.
BJ’s – Berkshire and Butterball frozen turkeys, up to 30 lbs for the holidays.
Watch for promotions on turkeys for members. Stock up and freeze extras for later.
Online Grocery Delivery
Ordering groceries online for delivery is a convenient way to shop. Large birds up to 30 lbs can be found from several services below:
Instacart – Get turkeys delivered from local stores through Instacart. Cost depends on retailer and weight.
Amazon Fresh – Plainville Farms and Butterball turkeys, average 24-30 lbs, delivered if in stock.
FreshDirect – FreshDirect frozen birds up to 26 lbs available around the holidays.
Peapod – Own brand Peapod turkeys and Butterball up to 30 lbs available seasonally.
Browse and choose a delivery window. Large turkeys tend to sell out so order early.
Direct from Farms
Buying direct from local farms can offer heritage breed and free-range options. Check minimum order sizes and arrange pickup or shipping.
Joyce Farms – All natural heritage turkeys, up to 30 lbs, preorder for pickup or delivery.
Mary’s Free Range Turkeys – Certified free-range Narragansett turkeys, up to 30 lbs, shipped frozen.
Eberly Turkey Farm – Pasture-raised turkeys up to 30 lbs, available for pickup in PA.
Green Circle Farm – Organic fed, non-GMO turkeys up to 26 lbs, delivered from FL.
From a Butcher Shop or Specialty Store
Butchers and gourmet markets are great options for prime turkeys. Expect to pay more per pound than a basic grocery store bird.
Whole Foods Market – All natural 365 Everyday Value turkeys and other premium brands up to 28 lbs.
Harry’s Fresh Foods – Local butcher’s fresh turkeys, pre-order for holidays in up to 30 lb sizes.
Publix Aprons Cooking School – Antibiotic-free Prestige and public house brand turkeys, 24-30 lbs.
Central Market – All natural and organic turkeys weighing 25-30 lbs available seasonally.
Time Your Turkey Purchase
To allow time for proper thawing, try to buy frozen large turkeys 1-2 weeks before cooking day. Pick up fresh turkeys from a grocer’s refrigerator case within 2-3 days of roasting. Know where you can find a 30 lb turkey ahead of the busy holiday season. Then relax knowing your showstopping centerpiece is ready to feed and wow your guests.
Family Recipe: Simple Rub
Rub the exterior of turkey with a blend of your favorite herbs and spices or with a paste made of the following ingredients:
4 Tbsp oil, (melted butter, margarine, olive oil, etc.) 4 tsp. salt, or to taste 2 tsp. paprika
Place the turkey in an open roasting pan, breast side up. Cover the bottom of the pan with approximately 2 cups water or broth. Place your beautiful turkey in the oven.
Use a 325º F oven. We would encourage you to check the internal temperature throughout the roasting time to be careful not to over-roast. The internal temperature typically increases more rapidly during the last half of roasting.
There is no need to turn the bird while roasting as it will brown to a rich, golden color. A foil tent can be placed loosely over the turkey during the last hour of roasting to prevent over browning. For truly marvelous gravy, heat (do not boil) 1 cup white wine. Pour this over your turkey halfway through the roasting time. When the turkey reaches the desired internal temperature, remove from the oven. Cover and let stand for at least 15 minute before carving.