In calls to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Meat and Poultry Hotline, turkey is the mostoften-asked-about food category by consumers. Some frequently asked questions: “Are antibiotics and hormones used in raising turkeys? What does self-basted mean? How long can you keep a turkey in the freezer?
Is it safe to partially cook turkey at one time and finish cooking later?” The following information answers these and many other questions about turkey.