These turkeys should not be thawed before cooking. Follow package directions for handling. Foods thawed in the refrigerator can be safely refrozen without cooking, though there may be some loss of quality. Plan to cook it immediately after thawing because some areas of the turkey may become warm and begin to cook during microwave thawing. Be sure the turkey is in leak-proof packaging.
Tissues can absorb water like a sponge, resulting in a watery product.
Submerge the turkey in cold water. Change the water every 30 minutes until the turkey is thawed. Turkeys thawed by the cold water method should be cooked immediately because conditions were not temperature controlled. Place turkey on a rack in a roasting pan. For safety and uniform doneness of the turkey, cook stuffing separately in a casserole.