Where should the food thermometer be placed on the turkey?

Insert the food thermometer 2-½ inches in the deepest portion of the turkey breast or into the inner thigh near the breast. Make sure the thermometer does not touch a bone. When inserting the thermometer in the turkey breast, insert it from the side. The thermometer is easier to read and more accurate than when inserted from the top.

The internal temperature should reach 170 degrees F in the breast or 180 degrees F in the thigh and 165 degrees F in the center of the stuffing. Both the NTF and the USDA recommend using a food thermometer to ensure a delicious and safe holiday feast.