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Thanksgiving dinner timing
Thanksgiving dinner timing is mostly counting backward from the minute you want to sit down. Use the free timeline planner for turkey and oven slots, then the guide and one-page timeline for the day itself.
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Thanksgiving Timeline PlannerPick when you want to sit down and get a clock-time plan for Thanksgiving Day: turkey in and out, oven and stovetop slots, and what to make ahead.Open it, no costRead first
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Common questions
How early should the turkey go in?
It depends on weight and whether it is stuffed. Work backward from serving time, and allow resting time before carving. The planner does the sums.
How do I keep everything hot?
Use oven slots, a low warm oven, covered dishes and stovetop timing. Resting the turkey frees the oven for sides.
Is the food safety guidance official?
Plans are practical guides. Use a food thermometer and follow your local food safety authority for safe temperatures.