How do you slow down the cooking of your turkey?

1. Use a lower oven temperature. The lower the oven temperature, the slower the turkey will cook. For a 12- to 14-pound turkey, cook at 325 degrees Fahrenheit. For a 15- to 18-pound turkey, cook at 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Cover the turkey with foil. This will help to keep the turkey from drying out and will also slow down the cooking process. Cover the turkey with foil after it has been in the oven for 1 hour.

3. Baste the turkey regularly. Basting the turkey will help to keep it moist and will also slow down the cooking process. Baste the turkey every 30 minutes with pan juices or melted butter.

4. Let the turkey rest before carving. Letting the turkey rest before carving will help to redistribute the juices and will also make it easier to carve. Let the turkey rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.