I understand that the common wisdom nowadays is to cook stuffing separately from the turkey. Why?--Karen In order for salmonella and other bacteria to be killed, most food, including turkey, should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). The temperature should be measured at the center of the food. The ideal cooking... Read more →

I have several out of date cake mixes, probably about two years old. I assume they would not rise properly as the baking powder in them has lost its potency. Would they work if I added fresh baking powder? What would be the proper amount, if so? Thank you, although I suspect the answer will be, "try it and see."--Geri You are likely... Read more →

How long can you keep boiled easter eggs without refrigeration? How long can you keep boiled eggs in the fridge? Please, we need this answer A.S.A.P.--Ed I assume when you ask how long can you keep boiled Easter eggs without refrigeration, you mean ones that you intend to eat afterwards. If so, then the general food safety rule holds... Read more →

We roasted a fresh turkey un-stuffed on Thanksgiving and the left-over pieces have been stored in the refrigerator in it's own container. How long is too long to safely consume the left-over turkey? Thank you. --Betty In our house, most of the leftover turkey is consumed for late night snacks or lunch the next day as Turkey Buns. In... Read more →

When roasting a turkey, what temperature should it be cooked to and what is the best way to measure the temperature.--Brenda Ideally, the meat on the breast of a turkey should be roasted to 165°F (74°C) to be at its most tender. However the leg and thigh need to be cooked slightly higher, to between 175°F (80°C) and 180°F (82°C... Read more →