The Butterball Turkey-Talk Line is marking its 27th year fielding questions about cooking your holiday turkey. In November and December, some 50 home economists and other turkey experts will take calls in English and Spanish.
Call 1.800.BUTTERBALL (1-800-288-8372) from the U.S. or Canada (All hours Central Time):
• Weekdays in November before Thanksgiving, call 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
• On the weekend of Nov. 17–18, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Thanksgiving Day 6 a.m.–6 p.m.
• On weekdays Nov. 23–Dec. 21
• On the weekend of Dec. 22–23, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Dec. 24–25, 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Dec. 26–28, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Or visit www.Butterball.com and email your questions; during the holiday crunch (Nov. 19–22, Dec. 22–25) they’ll answer in 24 hours. The site also offers info on turkey and stuffing calculations; measurement and conversion charts; and a “First Timers” section.
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