turkey low and slow?

Unknown

I would like to cook my turkey at 250. As its 16 lbs-how long would it take? How is the outcome compared to cooking the usual temp ( 325 )?

Unknown

Q-BALL,
your looking at a 9 to 10 hour cook, I would suggest that you brine and use TenderQuick as part of the brine.
The shorter cook at higher temps I believe is the better way to go.
Jim

Unknown

Jim Minion,thanks I'll pick up some tender quick.Not too many people cook birds low and slow so I'll follow your path

CR

Q-BALL,
Why do you want to cook at 250 degrees?

Unknown

CR,I'm wondering if it would produce a nicer exterior or crust on the bird

The Naked Whiz

Q-BALL,
If anything, low and slow is reported as producing rubbery skin. This year I'm going to try the Alton Brown 500/350 method of starting at 500 degrees for 30 minutes and then finish at 350 with a foil shield over the breast.[p]TNW