About stuffing the turkey - it can be done safely but you must follow the guidelines.

1. You can prepare the stuffing the day before but it should be stored in a covered container in the fridge until you are ready to bake the turkey. Do NOT stuff the turkey until you are ready to bake it.

2. Just as the turkey is not done until its temp reaches 165 degrees F the same is true for the stuffing. Use a thermometer to ensure the stuffing has reached that temp. I have a regular thermometer I put in the meat and an instant read thermometer for stuffing.

3. After the turkey is baked remove all the stuffing from the bird before you refrigerate the leftovers.

4. Know that a stuffed turkey will take longer to cook than an "empty" turkey and adjust your cooking time thus.

5. And a FYI - food should only be allowed to sit out for two hours before the leftovers are refrigerated.