About This Product
Celebrate your holiday traditions with a HQ Meats Turkey , proudly raised in Ontario and trusted by families for generations. Each bird is Grade A quality , ensuring plumpness, tenderness, and rich flavour that shines on your festive table. Sourced from local farms and processed with care, HQ Meats turkeys are available in a variety of sizes to suit any gathering—from intimate family dinners to large holiday feasts. Whether you're preparing a Thanksgiving turkey, Christmas dinner, or Easter celebration , HQ Meats delivers the consistent quality and taste that make every occasion memorable. Reserve your turkey early for guaranteed freshness and discover why Ontario families return to HQ Meats year after year.
How to Cook It
Oven Roasting
- Remove from the fridge 30–40 minutes before cooking; pat dry inside and out.
- Season generously, including the cavity, and truss the legs.
- Roast at 200°C/400°F, breast-side up, basting occasionally.
- Cook until the thickest part of the thigh reaches 82°C/180°F and juices run clear.
- Rest 15–20 minutes before carving.
Safe Internal Temperature
| Cut | Internal Temp |
|---|---|
| Whole bird (thickest part of thigh) | 82°C / 180°F |
Always check with a digital meat thermometer — colour alone isn't a reliable doneness test. (Source: Health Canada safe cooking temperature guidelines.)
Chef's Tip
Basting every 20 minutes keeps the skin golden and the breast meat moist.
A guide from HQ Meats.
