Refreeze turkey

[jrudolph305]

We buy frozen turkeys and like to grind them up and make sausage. Have heard you should not refreeze poultry twice unless it has been cooked. Any thoughts?

 

[wildorchid053]

if it is safe to eat it is safe to freeze..

 

[chickabator]

if it is thawed in a frig and kept cold then you can refreeze at least that is what the usda says

 

[MeatKing]

We were always told, not to growing up. But I think it was cause you have to remember that the meat was already out for a few days. So next time you pull it out've freezer you would want to use it quick. IE, not let is sit in the fridge for a few days.
I always write "USD" on packs, For me it stands for "Use Same Day" Just so I don't have to worry about mixing up meat.
Sounds awesome that your making your own turkery sausge cool!! I might have to try this!

 

[Judy]

Food handlers regulations say yes, it must be cooked before it is refrozen.