Not sure how to tell when turkey is thoroughly cooked, but not dried out.? Give this a try. Foolproof turkey recipe: 8 - 15 lb. turkey 1 cup melted butter 1 cup stuffing (Pepperidge Farm is Good.) 1 cup uncooked popcorn (ORVILLE REDENBACHER'S LOW FAT(I'd probably use organic popcorn )) Salt/pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush turkey well with melted butter salt, and pepper. Fill cavity with stuffing and popcorn. Place in baking pan with the neck end toward the back of the oven. Listen for the popping sounds. When the turkey's butt blows the oven door open and the bird flies across the room, it's done.
Tried it out with a chicken. Chicken flew out the back door and the dog got it. End of supper and story.