It's basically impossible to do if you're just trying to eyeball it. Nearly all of your guests will bring a bigger appetite than usual, piling their plates with turkey and half a dozen side dishes.

Butterball's "Turkey Talk-Line" offers assistance with Thanksgiving dinner dilemmas via phone or text. Cooking times for a turkey vary based on weight, whether it is stuffed, and the oven temperature.

Holidays are stressful enough without worrying over thawing your Thanksgiving turkey. Timing is everything, and we've got you covered. Depending on the size of your bird, you might need to start ...