Can you cook a turkey after it has been cooked for an hour three hours later another two due to power outage?

No, you should not cook a turkey after it has been cooked for an hour, left unrefrigerated for three hours, and then cooked for another two hours due to a power outage. This is a food safety risk and could lead to foodborne illness. Here's why:

1. Bacteria Growth: When a cooked turkey is left at room temperature for an extended period, it creates an ideal environment for bacteria to grow and multiply. Bacteria can double every 20 minutes in the temperature danger zone (40°F to 140°F). After three hours at room temperature, the turkey is likely to have accumulated significant bacterial growth.

2. Insufficient Reheating: Cooking the turkey for another two hours after the power outage may not be enough to ensure the destruction of harmful bacteria that could have grown during the three-hour period. The USDA recommends reheating leftovers to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure food safety.

3. Potential Spoilage: Leaving a cooked turkey unrefrigerated for three hours can also accelerate the spoilage process. Spoiled food can cause gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea if consumed.

4. Foodborne Illness: Consuming a turkey that has been mishandled or inadequately reheated can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may require medical attention.

For food safety, it's best to discard any cooked turkey that has been left at room temperature for more than two hours. If you're unsure whether the turkey is safe to consume, it's advisable to err on the side of caution and discard it.