Because most stuffing contains eggs, prepare it as close to dinnertime as possible. Use a conventional oven in this case a stuffed turkey is too dense to safely cook in a microwave. Always use a meat thermometer. You may have to adjust your cooking time recipes that require the turkey to cook longer at a lower temperature may not raise the temperature enough to kill harmful bacteria. If chitterlings are a part of your holiday feast, take care in preparing them.
Small children are at risk of poisoning if they are exposed to raw chitterlings.
For safety s sake, don't come in contact with children while you prepare the chitterlings. Thoroughly clean all utensils and surfaces immediately afterwards. You have 2 hours before cooked turkey turns ugly. Never leave a platter of meat out all day for family to snack on. A better idea is to serve the main meal, refrigerate leftovers, and then bring them out later in the evening.