gut noun (BOWELS) âº [ C ] the long tube in the body of a person or animal, through which food moves during the process of digesting food: Meat stays in the gut longer than vegetable matter.
1 A frozen, whole turkey can be kept for approximately 12 months in a freezer set at or below 0Â°F. 2  Cooked turkey can be kept frozen for approximately two to six months in a freezer set at or below 0Â°F.  Cooked turkey should be eaten or frozen within three to four days.
Frozen whole turkeys do not need to be rewrapped for freezer storage unless the packaging has been opened or is punctured or torn. Defrost the turkey in its original wrapper on a tray in the refrigerator 24 hours for each five pounds. Never thaw a turkey at room temperature.You may also place the wrapped turkey in the sink and cover it completely with cold water.This method requires about 30 minutes per pound.he sell by date is the last day the turkey should be sold. It will maintain optimal quality and safety for one or two days after this date. Once you get your fresh turkey home, refrigerate it right away at 40F or below, and prepare it within 48 hours.