The reason it is taking so long for some folks is due to the surge in identity theft. The IRS is taking longer to process/review returns which is yielding success in reducing identity theft but also has a side effect: delayed tax refunds for many legitimate filers.
One answer about as long as a ham, 3days Another answer Most sites say that it will take 4 to 5 days for a 20lb turkey to thaw in the refrigerator. If you do a cold water thaw, plan on 10 hours (30 minutes per pound).
With some turkeys approaching 20 pounds or more, they can take days to fully thaw at refrigerator temperatures. In general, a frozen turkey will require approximately 24 hours for every 5 pounds at or below 40Â° F to to fully thaw.In cold water, a turkey will require approximately 30 minutes per pound to fully thaw.When thawing a turkey in cold water, make sure to replace the water with fresh, cold water every 30 minutes to avoid temperatures conducive to bacterial growth.n cold water, a turkey will require approximately 30 minutes per pound to fully thaw. When thawing a turkey in cold water, make sure to replace the water with fresh, cold water every 30 minutes to avoid temperatures conducive to bacterial growth.