Many people get the chills when it comes to cooking meat as the fear of either overcooking or undercooking it grabs you by the heart. It is absolutely normal to feel that way for every type of meat has their own cooking time. The cooking time for each kind of meat depends on so many different factors like the cut, the thickness and the fat content of the meat as well. Therefore, it is okay to be a bit nervous before roasting or cooking the perfectly cooked meat. But worry no more for we have some spectacular suggestions to help you cook meats.
The chicken roast is an all-time classic that is loved by every soul. To achieve that juicy, succulent chicken roast you have to cook it to the right times. All you have to do is preheat the oven to 350°F. The weight of the chicken is crucial as you have to let it cook in the oven for about 30 minutes per pound. In case you are roasting a stuffed chicken just add on an average of another 30 minutes to the total time and voila, your roasted chicken is ready to be served.
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Roasted turkey is the centerpiece of so many different occasions especially Thanksgiving. It is a staple dish for the holiday season and every family member loves a delicious turkey roast for the family get-togethers. But nobody likes a dry and chewy turkey and to avoid that situation, make sure to preheat the oven at 325°F, this is extremely important. For an eight pound turkey, you will have to let it sit in the oven for four hours. Increase the time up a notch if the size of the turkey is larger than that.
When it comes to roasting a duck, it’s all about the practice. It is similar to the context of cooking a chicken to some extent. Preheat the oven to 350°F and you have to cook it for 30 minutes for each pound. However, the more you practice it the better you get at it. Do have a look at our infographic for more details.
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