Turkey Crown Size?

[rfn]

A friend of mine traditionally buys a 14 to 16lb Turkey at Christmas.

This year, he wants to purchase a Turkey Crown - but has no idea what size crown is comparable.

Does anyone here?

[dcw@pr]

i'd say 7lb, but that's a guess

[jet_noise]

Dear rfn,

but why?
You lose the best bits - mmm legs, and it isn't as moist,

regards,
Jet

Edited by jet_noise on Tuesday 10th November 09:16

[Simpo Two]

Conversely, 'crown' - all the breast and no twiddly bits

[Sushi]

wrap the crown in good quality bacon and you're on to a winner.

[Percy Flage]

Allow at least 12oz per diner, more if they're all gannets like my family. .

Wrap in bacon (smoked is nice, adds to the flavour) and then wrap in foil to cook. Uncover for last half hour or so, crisps the bacon. Once cooked, allow to rest (covered) for at least 20 minutes.

Edited by Percy Flage on Wednesday 11th November 09:40

[sherman]

If you measure the dimensions of your oven find whichever crown just scrapes in and that is the size you need.

[Murph7355]

sherman said:

If you measure the dimensions of your oven find whichever crown just scrapes in and that is the size you need.

[Windsorphil]

Try the guide here:

http://www.copasturkeys.co.uk/buyingtips.html

Great Turkeys by the way...