Calling all turkey enthusiasts and time-strapped home chefs! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our collection of fast and flavorful upside-down turkey recipes. These innovative dishes offer a unique twist on the classic Thanksgiving centerpiece, promising a juicy, tender turkey infused with an array of delectable flavors. Whether you're hosting a large gathering or cooking for a cozy family dinner, our recipes cater to all occasions. From the classic upside-down turkey with a crisp, golden-brown skin and succulent meat to variations featuring tantalizing glazes, aromatic herbs, and savory stuffing, we've got you covered. Discover hassle-free methods for achieving perfectly cooked turkey without compromising on taste. Our recipes range from the traditional upside-down turkey roasted in a single pan to innovative takes that utilize a Dutch oven or slow cooker for effortless cooking. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can create this impressive dish with confidence. So, say goodbye to hours of prep and stress, and embrace the ease and convenience of our fast upside-down turkey recipes. Prepare to indulge in a delectable turkey dinner that will leave your family and friends raving.
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UPSIDE DOWN TURKEY
This is a simple way to prepare a moist turkey without stuffing. The secret ingredient is butter -- it enhances the bird's natural flavor. When the turkey is done, the juices may be used to prepare a gravy by adding cornstarch 1 tablespoon at a time until the liquid begins to thicken. This recipe is based on a 13 pound bird. Adjust as necessary.
Provided by BLOND2
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Whole Turkey Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Rinse turkey and remove giblets. Place turkey upside (breast) down in a roasting pan. Insert 1/4 cup butter inside the turkey. Place remaining butter in several pieces around the turkey. Pour water into the pan.
- Cook covered in the preheated oven 3 to 3 1/2 hours until the internal temperature of the thigh has reached 180 degrees F (80 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.2 calories, Cholesterol 207.1 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Protein 66.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 197.2 mg
UPSIDE-DOWN TURKEY
For super-flavorful gravy, scatter cut oranges, onion, and garlic, along with a few rosemary and sage sprigs, in the bottom of the pan before you begin roasting the turkey. This recipe for upside-down turkey is a fun way to prepare your Thanksgiving meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Turkey Recipes
Time 4h45m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup salt and 1 tablespoon pepper. Rub mixture all over turkey, including inside body cavity. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate at least overnight and up to 24 hours, to allow seasoning to penetrate meat.
- Remove plastic from turkey; rinse inside and out and pat dry with paper towels. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees with a rack in lower third. Tuck wings under turkey; tie drumsticks together with kitchen twine. Trim bread to length of turkey breast (about 9 inches), then slice horizontally. Butter cut sides of bread. On a V-shaped wire rack set in a roasting pan, place slices side-by-side lengthwise, buttered-sides up. Place turkey breast-side down, so it rests on bread (not directly on rack). Roast 45 minutes.
- Remove from oven and, using a kitchen towel to hold neck side and a wooden spoon inside cavity for leverage, carefully flip turkey breast-side up. Pour broth into pan, then rotate pan and return to oven. Reduce heat to 350 degrees. Continue roasting, basting with pan juices every 20 minutes, until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh (avoiding bone) registers 165 degrees, about 2 hours more.
- Transfer turkey to a serving platter. Remove rack from pan; discard bread. Set pan with drippings aside to make your preferred gravy recipe (keeping in mind that drippings will be salty). Let turkey stand 30 minutes. Serve, garnished with figs, grapes, sage, and thyme.
GOOD EATS ROAST TURKEY
This holiday season, serve Alton Brown's most-popular recipe: a brined and roasted turkey from Good Eats on Food Network.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 9h45m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Two to three days before roasting: Begin thawing the turkey in the refrigerator or in a cooler kept at 38 degrees F.
- Combine the vegetable stock, salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, allspice berries, and candied ginger in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally to dissolve solids and bring to a boil. Then remove the brine from the heat, cool to room temperature, and refrigerate.
- The night before or early on the day you'd like to eat: Combine the brine, water and ice in the 5-gallon bucket. Place the thawed turkey (with innards removed) breast side down in brine. If necessary, weigh down the bird to ensure it is fully immersed, cover, and refrigerate or set in cool area for 8 to 16 hours, turning the bird once half way through brining.
- Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F. Remove the bird from brine and rinse inside and out with cold water. Discard the brine.
- Place the bird on roasting rack inside a half sheet pan and pat dry with paper towels.
- Combine the apple, onion, cinnamon stick, and 1 cup of water in a microwave safe dish and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Add steeped aromatics to the turkey's cavity along with the rosemary and sage. Tuck the wings underneath the bird and coat the skin liberally with canola oil.
- Roast the turkey on lowest level of the oven at 500 degrees F for 30 minutes. Insert a probe thermometer into thickest part of the breast and reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Set the thermometer alarm (if available) to 161 degrees F. A 14 to 16 pound bird should require a total of 2 to 2 1/2 hours of roasting. Let the turkey rest, loosely covered with foil or a large mixing bowl for 15 minutes before carving.
UPSIDE DOWN TURKEY
This recipe for turkey came from a mistake. My son invited us for Thansgiving. When he took the turkey out of the oven, he said "Mom-this turkey doesn't have any meat on it." He had roasted it upside down in the pan. It was the most moist flavorful turkey I had ever eaten! I do it this way quite often now.
Provided by Margaret Benson
Categories Turkey
Time 4h30m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. We used 13 lb turkey, but you can use larger one, just adjust time cooked. Set oven for 350 degrees.
- 2. Mix the spices together in butter. Rub the butter mixture over turkey, back & front. Place it in large roasting pan. Roast with top off for 30 min. Put top on turkey, roast for remaining time according to turkey directions.
- 3. When roast period is up- check that turkey is at 170 degrees with meat thermometer. Remove from pan, cover with foil & let set for ar least ten minutes. Then Enjoy! You will still have drippings for gravy. If not, add chicken broth to pan, scrape drippings in pan then proceed for gravy. DO NOT STUFF TURKEY!
Tips:
- Use a flavorful brine: Brining the turkey helps to keep it moist and juicy. You can use a simple brine made with water, salt, and sugar, or you can add herbs, spices, and other flavorings.
- Cook the turkey upside down: This helps to ensure that the breast meat cooks evenly. You can cook the turkey in a roasting pan or on a grill.
- Baste the turkey regularly: Basting the turkey with butter or another liquid helps to keep it moist and prevents it from drying out.
- Use a meat thermometer: The best way to ensure that the turkey is cooked through is to use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature of the turkey should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the turkey rest before carving: This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful turkey.
Conclusion:
Fast upside-down turkey is a delicious and easy way to cook a turkey. By following these tips, you can ensure that your turkey is cooked perfectly and that your family and friends will enjoy it.
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