Best 4 Golden Roasted Turkey Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our comprehensive guide to preparing a golden roasted turkey. This delectable dish is perfect for special occasions, holiday gatherings, or simply treating yourself and loved ones to a gourmet experience. Our detailed recipes provide step-by-step instructions for creating a succulent and flavorful turkey, accompanied by an array of tantalizing sides and sauces. Discover the art of roasting a turkey to perfection, ensuring a crispy golden-brown skin, juicy meat, and a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Embark on this culinary journey and transform your kitchen into a haven of delicious aromas and unforgettable taste sensations.

Savor the traditional flavors of a classic roasted turkey, seasoned with a medley of herbs and spices, while the modern roasted turkey with a citrus-herb butter adds a refreshing twist to this timeless dish. For those seeking a unique culinary adventure, the Szechuan roasted turkey, infused with the bold flavors of Szechuan peppercorns and chili oil, promises an explosion of taste.

Complement your roasted turkey with an assortment of delectable sides. Prepare creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy stuffing, and a medley of roasted vegetables to create a symphony of textures and flavors. Elevate your meal with our selection of homemade sauces, including a rich gravy, a tangy cranberry sauce, and a sweet and savory apple-cider glaze. Each recipe is carefully crafted to enhance the flavors of the turkey, creating a harmonious culinary experience.

Our guide also includes tips and tricks for selecting the perfect turkey, ensuring proper preparation, and achieving the ideal cooking temperature. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking to impress, our comprehensive recipes and expert advice will guide you towards creating a golden roasted turkey that will be the star of your dining table. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this delicious journey together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROAST TURKEY RECIPE



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This homemade roasted turkey is juicy, tender, flavorful, and crispy-skinned - what everyone wants in a Thanksgiving bird!

Provided by Kelley Simmons

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 12-20 pound turkey, thawed
salt and pepper
2 medium onions, large dice
4 medium carrots, chopped
4 ribs celery, chopped
1 whole apple, peeled and quartered
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tsp fresh thyme
1 tbsp fresh sage
1 tsp fresh rosemary
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp paprika

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix to combine. Set aside until you are ready to coat the turkey.
  • Remove the turkey from the fridge and allow it to come to room temperature for 1 hour.
  • Lower oven rack and preheat oven to 500 degrees.
  • Remove neck and giblets from the turkey. Dry turkey as well as possible with paper towels (inside and out). Season the cavity with salt and pepper.
  • Place 1/2 cup of the chopped vegetables and apple inside of the cavity of the turkey. Place remaining vegetables in the bottom of a roasting pan. Place turkey on top of the vegetables.
  • Using your hands lift the skin up from the breast and smear herb butter under the skin then smear the rest of the skin on top of the bird with the remaining herb butter.
  • Bake for 30 minutes at 500 degrees then place foil just ontop of the breast (see picture).
  • Reduce heat to 350 degrees and roast for an additional 1 1/2-2 hours or until the turkey reaches 161-165 degrees. Allow the turkey to rest for 1 hour before slicing into it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 221 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PERFECT ROAST TURKEY



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Use lemon, garlic and thyme to flavor Ina Garten's Perfect Roast Turkey recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network, great for the holidays or just dinner.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 fresh turkey (10 to 12 pounds)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 large bunch fresh thyme
1 whole lemon, halved
1 Spanish onion, quartered
1 head garlic, halved crosswise

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan. Add the zest and juice of the lemon and 1 teaspoon of thyme leaves to the butter mixture. Set aside.
  • Take the giblets out of the turkey and wash the turkey inside and out. Remove any excess fat and leftover pinfeathers and pat the outside dry. Place the turkey in a large roasting pan. Liberally salt and pepper the inside of the turkey cavity. Stuff the cavity with the bunch of thyme, halved lemon, quartered onion, and the garlic. Brush the outside of the turkey with the butter mixture and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Tie the legs together with string and tuck the wing tips under the body of the turkey.
  • Roast the turkey about 2 1/2 hours, or until the juices run clear when you cut between the leg and the thigh. Remove the turkey to a cutting board and cover with aluminum foil; let rest for 20 minutes.
  • Slice the turkey and serve.

A SIMPLY PERFECT ROAST TURKEY



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Simple, perfect roast turkey just like grandma used to make. Seasoned with salt and pepper, and basted with turkey stock, the flavors of the turkey really stand out. Stuff with your favorite dressing.

Provided by Syd

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Whole Turkey Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (18 pound) whole turkey
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ quarts turkey stock
8 cups prepared stuffing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place rack in the lowest position of the oven.
  • Remove the turkey neck and giblets, rinse the turkey, and pat dry with paper towels. Place the turkey, breast side up, on a rack in the roasting pan. Loosely fill the body cavity with stuffing. Rub the skin with the softened butter, and season with salt and pepper. Position an aluminum foil tent over the turkey.
  • Place turkey in the oven, and pour 2 cups turkey stock into the bottom of the roasting pan. Baste all over every 30 minutes with the juices on the bottom of the pan. Whenever the drippings evaporate, add stock to moisten them, about 1 to 2 cups at a time. Remove aluminum foil after 2 1/2 hours. Roast until a meat thermometer inserted in the meaty part of the thigh reads 165 degrees F (75 degrees C), about 4 hours.
  • Transfer the turkey to a large serving platter, and let it stand for at least 20 to 30 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 211.4 mg, Fat 33.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 72.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 709.5 mg, Sugar 2 g

GOLDEN ROAST TURKEY



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This is a pretty basic Roast Turkey recipe...It can be added to with brining or infusing spices. Wheather you do the old-fashioned or a new-twist. It all builds on the basic recipe.

Provided by Vic Gatto

Categories     Roasts

Number Of Ingredients 4

16 lb turkey
1 c butter, melted
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Remove giblets and neck from turkey; wash, and set aside. Wash turkey thoroughly inside and out.
  • 2. Pat dry with towels.
  • 3. Remove any excess fat.
  • 4. Prepare your choice of dressing.
  • 5. Preheat oven to 325.
  • 6. Spoon some of dressing into neck cavity of turkey.
  • 7. Bring skin of neck over back; fasten with poultry pin.
  • 8. Spoon remaining dressing into body cavity; do not pack.
  • 9. Insert 4 or 5 poultry pins at regular intervals.
  • 10. Lace cavity closed with twine, bootlace fashion and then tie.
  • 11. Bend wing tips under body, or fasten to body with poultry pins.
  • 12. Tie ends of legs together.
  • 13. Insert meat thermometer in inside of thigh at thickest part.
  • 14. Place turkey on rack in shallow roasting pan.
  • 15. Brush with some butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • 16. Roast uncovered and brushing occasionally with remaining butter and pan drippings; about 4 hours, or until meat thermometer registers 185.
  • 17. Leg joint should move freely.
  • 18. When turkey begins to turn golden, cover with a square of butter-soaked cheesecloth or a loose tent of foil, to prevent burning.
  • 19. While turkey roasts, cook giblets and neck.
  • 20. Place turkey on heated serving platter.
  • 21. Remove cheesecloth or foil, twine, and poultry pins.
  • 22. Let stand 20 to 30 minutes before carving.
  • 23. Make gravy.
  • 24. Notes: Approximate baking time is 18 minutes per pound.

Tips:

  • Prepare the Turkey: Thaw the turkey in the refrigerator for 4-5 days before cooking. Remove the giblets and neck from the turkey cavity and rinse the turkey inside and out with cold water. Pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
  • Season the Turkey: Generously season the turkey inside and out with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. You can also add a compound butter or herb mixture under the skin for extra flavor.
  • Roast the Turkey: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Place the turkey breast-side up on a roasting rack in a roasting pan. Add 1 cup of water or chicken broth to the bottom of the pan to prevent the drippings from burning. Roast the turkey for 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
  • Baste the Turkey: Baste the turkey with the pan drippings every 30 minutes or so to keep it moist. You can also brush the turkey with melted butter or oil to help it brown.
  • Let the Turkey Rest: Once the turkey is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the turkey, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird.

Conclusion:

Golden roasted turkey is a classic holiday dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its crispy skin, juicy meat, and flavorful stuffing, it's sure to be a hit at your next gathering. By following the tips and instructions in this guide, you can easily create a delicious and impressive golden roasted turkey that your family and friends will love. Remember to season the turkey generously, roast it at a low temperature, and baste it regularly to ensure that it's cooked evenly and stays moist. Don't forget to let the turkey rest before carving, as this will help the juices redistribute and result in a more tender and flavorful bird.

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