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For example, a 20 pound turkey will take 4 1/4 to 5 hours to cook, check the temperature on the thermometer after 4 1/4 hours. 4. Meanwhile, mix the stuffing or dressing. Place in a casserole and pop it into the oven during the last hour or so of roasting time.
Use the meat thermometer to test the center of the stuffing if your turkey is stuffed, and make sure the temperature there is also 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect it to take 4.5 to 5 hours to cook a 21 1/2 lb. turkey at 325 degrees Fahrenheit. 21 1/2 lb. turkey is large, requiring a relatively long cook time. Extended cooking times present two main challenges: preventing the meat from drying out and preventing the skin from overcooking before the meat is done.