When To Thaw A 15 Lb Turkey 2024. The best way to thaw a turkey is to place it in the refrigerator (set to 37°f [3°c]) on a sheet pan with the breast side up. As soon as it begins to thaw, bacteria that may have been present before freezing will begin to grow again.
As soon as it begins to thaw, bacteria that may have been present before freezing will begin to grow again. The safest way to thaw your turkey is to take it out of the freezer and put it in the refrigerator (don’t thaw at room temperature).