Edgar Allan Poe, (born January 19, 1809, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.âdied October 7, 1849, Baltimore, Maryland), American short-story writer, poet, critic, and editor who is famous for his cultivation of mystery and the macabre.
1 Cover the roasting pan loosely with aluminum foil while it cooks. 2  This will allow the skin on the turkey breast to brown and keep the meat moist. 3  Roast for 20 minutes per pound. 4  For example, a 5 pound (2.26 kg) turkey breast will take one hour and 40 minutes to cook. Use an outdoor propane fryer or an indoor electric fryer. 2  Heat the oil in the fryer and put the turkey breast into the oil for frying. 3  Cook for 4 to 5 minutes per pound. 4  For example, a 5 pound (2.26 kg) turkey breast will cook for 20 to 25 minutes.
Cooking the turkey. The rule of thumb is to cook poultry for 15 to 17 minutes per pound. Add 30 minutes extra to any cooking time if you're stuffing the turkey. The best way to check if a turkey is done cooking is to use a meat thermometer. These are invaluable when checking to see if the turkey has reached a temperature of 165 degrees, which is considered completely cooked.