Make Perfect Holiday Turkey with GE Oven's Turkey Mode

Check out GE Appliances’ official support materials for people who own GE refrigerators, ranges, microwaves, ovens, dishwashers, and other units.

The holidays are a time for gathering with family and friends to enjoy festive meals and make memories The star of many holiday feasts is often a roasted turkey, but cooking the turkey just right can be tricky. Undercook it and you risk foodborne illness; overcook it and you’ll end up with dry, stringy meat Fortunately, if you have a GE oven equipped with Turkey Mode, you can take the guesswork out of roasting the perfect holiday bird.

What is Turkey Mode?

Turkey Mode is a smart cooking feature available on select GE ovens and ranges. It uses a meat probe and built-in sensors to monitor the internal temperature of the turkey as it cooks adjusting heat and cook times automatically to ensure the turkey comes out cooked to the ideal doneness from edge to edge.

Turkey Mode offers several advantages:

Cooks turkey perfectly moist and tender every time
Prevents overcooking with precise temperature control.
No need to calculate cook times yourself.
Lets you check turkey’s temp remotely via smartphone.
Frees you up to focus on other dishes, not just the bird.

With Turkey Mode taking care of the turkey, you can relax and enjoy time with your guests!

How Does Turkey Mode Work?

Here’s a quick rundown of how GE’s Turkey Mode works its magic:

Place probe in thickest part of breast before roasting.
Select Turkey Mode and input turkey’s weight.
Oven monitors internal temp and adjusts heat as needed.
Cooks turkey to ideal finish temp for moist, tender meat.
Alerts you when turkey reaches target temp so it doesn’t overcook.

It’s much easier than constantly checking the bird or trying to calculate cook times!

Tips for Using Turkey Mode

Follow these tips when using your GE oven’s Turkey Mode for perfect results:

Thoroughly thaw turkey before roasting.
Pat turkey dry inside and out before seasoning.
Be careful to place probe properly to get accurate readings.
Input the correct turkey weight so cook time is calculated correctly.
Use roasting pan recommended on display or app and place on proper rack.
Allow turkey to rest 30 minutes before carving for juiciest meat.
Double check temp with instant read thermometer before serving.

The Benefits of Turkey Mode

Cooking holiday turkey in your GE oven’s Turkey Mode offers many benefits:

Perfect results every time: Turkey Mode eliminates the guesswork so your turkey turns out right each use.
Moist, tender meat: Precise temperature control prevents overcooking so meat stays succulent.
Hands-free cooking: Turkey Mode monitors things for you, freeing you up to focus on other dishes.
Remote monitoring: Check turkey’s temp from your smartphone when using GE SmartHQ app.
Easy cleanup: Contained roasting with probe leads to less mess in the oven.
Touchscreen guidance: LCD screen gives step-by-step instructions for foolproof roasting.

With Turkey Mode, you can finally stop stressing about the turkey! Just let your GE oven do the work.

Step-by-Step Guide to Turkey Mode

Follow these simple steps to let your GE oven roast the turkey to perfection:

Thoroughly thaw turkey and pat dry. Season cavity and outside as desired.
Place turkey breast side up on roasting pan. Insert probe so tip is in thickest part of breast.
Select Turkey Mode on display and enter turkey weight when prompted.
Place prepared turkey on recommended oven rack and start cooking.
Let oven cook, monitor temp, and adjust time/heat automatically.
Check doneness at end or remotely via smartphone. Let rest before carving.

It really is that easy! Just put the turkey in the capable “hands” of your oven.

Get the Most from Your GE Oven

To unlock the full potential of your GE oven or range and access handy smart features like Turkey Mode, be sure to:

Connect your oven to your home WiFi.
Download the GE SmartHQ app to control your oven remotely.
Check for and install new software updates when available.

Connecting your GE oven gives you access to the latest features and allows remote control from your smartphone. With the GE SmartHQ app, you can check the turkey’s status anytime without going into the kitchen!

Enjoy Perfect Holiday Turkey with Ease

With GE’s innovative Turkey Mode, you can take the stress out of roasting holiday turkey. The oven monitors internal temperature and cook time automatically for ideal doneness. The result is a moist, juicy, picture-perfect turkey your whole family will love. Let your GE oven do the hard work and relax this holiday season while Turkey Mode makes your Thanksgiving turkey dreams come true!

ge oven turkey mode

Show Availability In Your Area

Enter your ZIP Code for the most up-to-date appliance inventory available for delivery in your area.

GE’s Smart Appliances Get ‘Turkey Mode’

FAQ

What is turkey mode on GE oven?

Turkey Mode is the newest special, no-preheat, cooking mode available to Café owners who have connected their ranges and ovens (select models) to the SmartHQ app. Our engineers designed Turkey Mode to cook a delicious turkey with minimal effort.

How to cook turkey in GE Profile oven?

Plug the meat probe into the oven and add 1 cup of water to the pan. Choose the Convection Roast mode from the menu. Set the desired temperature to 160 degrees. The oven will automatically shut off when the turkey has reached the desired temperature.

Which oven mode for turkey?

On the convection setting it should be cooked at a lower temperature (325°F), where roasting in a conventional oven is typically done at a higher temperature (350°F). It’s best to place it on the lowest rack, where the bird itself will be centered in the oven.

What is the difference between convection bake and convection roast turkey?

“Convect bake uses the convection element for heat and the fan to provide air circulation. Convect roast uses the fan, but in addition to the convection element, it will cycle on the bake and broil elements as needed to control the heat. That’s why you might see the browning on top of the roast during roasting.

What is GE oven Turkey mode?

GE Oven Turkey Mode is a special cooking setting on some GE ovens that is designed to cook a turkey evenly and perfectly. The mode uses a combination of heat and steam to cook the turkey, resulting in a moist and flavorful bird. GE Oven Turkey Mode is a cooking setting that uses a combination of heat and steam to cook a turkey evenly and perfectly.

How to cook a Turkey in a GE oven?

1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Rinse and pat dry the turkey. 3. Place the turkey in a roasting pan. 4. Add 1 cup of water to the roasting pan. 5. Cover the turkey with aluminum foil. 6. Set the oven to GE Oven Turkey Mode and cook for the specified time. The cooking time for a turkey will vary depending on its size.

How long does it take to cook a Turkey in GE oven?

The cooking time for a turkey in GE Oven Turkey Mode will vary depending on the size of the turkey and the cooking method. A 12-pound turkey will typically take about 3 hours to cook in convection mode and about 4 hours to cook in rotisserie mode. * What temperature should I cook a turkey in GE Oven Turkey Mode?

How does GE Profile Turkey mode work?

GE Profile Turkey Mode works by having the probe inserted into the breast, so it’s very important to follow the instructions we provide and not those from other sources. The temperature at which we indicate the turkey is done is based on breast meat, so if the probe is positioned in dark meat your bird may not be fully cooked.

What if I canceled GE Profile Turkey mode?

If you canceled the Turkey Mode, you can always restart it. NOTE: Some outside cooking sources suggest probing turkeys in other locations such as the thigh. GE Profile Turkey Mode works by having the probe inserted into the breast, so it’s very important to follow the instructions we provide and not those from other sources.

How does a GE oven work?

The oven then turns on automatically and, according to GE, selects the cooking temperature using an algorithm that takes into account your exact oven model and the weight of your turkey. The app and oven chime and you’ll get a push notification on your phone when the internal temperature of the bird reaches 170° F.

Make Perfect Holiday Turkey with GE Oven’s Turkey Mode