About the Cooking Time Calculator

Roasting times scale with weight, but different cuts cook at different rates. Whole poultry takes about 13–20 minutes per pound, roasts 15–25 minutes per pound, all at 325°F. This calculator applies those standards and adds the mandatory rest period.

Why Resting Matters

Carving immediately lets juices run out and dries the meat. Resting 10–30 minutes lets the fibers reabsorb moisture — the internal temperature also rises 5–10°F during rest, so pull the roast slightly before your target.