A SIMPLY PERFECT ROAST TURKEY
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
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
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Najim Toheeb
[email protected]I can't wait to make this recipe again next year!
Kausar Mia
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any Thanksgiving dinner.
jason bucko
[email protected]I would recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a classic roast turkey recipe.
Jonathan Jayden
[email protected]Overall, this is a solid roast turkey recipe. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.
Amanda Madrid
[email protected]This recipe is a good starting point, but I would make a few changes next time. I would use less butter and more herbs.
Shurjo Telecom
[email protected]I would have liked more instructions on how to make the gravy. The recipe was a little vague.
Jasmine Swingwood
[email protected]This recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.
valli karimov
[email protected]The turkey was a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add more spices next time.
Mazbaul Hassan
[email protected]I'm not sure why, but my gravy turned out lumpy. Maybe I didn't whisk it enough.
Samuele Morgane
[email protected]This recipe was too complicated for me. I ended up having to order pizza.
Tiffany Hodges
[email protected]I followed this recipe to the letter and my turkey came out dry and overcooked. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Rathnasiri Gunasena
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The turkey was so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.
Shandel Brooks
[email protected]I made this recipe for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was perfect. I would highly recommend this recipe.
Pandey Rambabu
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm not a great cook, but I was able to follow this recipe and make a delicious roast turkey. My family was so impressed.
Ankush Yadav
[email protected]This was my first time cooking a turkey and I was so nervous, but this recipe made it so easy. The turkey turned out beautifully and everyone loved it. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Nicole Hernandez
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the gravy was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great roast turkey recipe.
michelle fritz
[email protected]I've tried many roast turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The turkey was so juicy and tender, and the gravy was amazing. I will definitely be making this recipe again for Thanksgiving.
Ranjha Khan
[email protected]This roast turkey recipe is a winner! The turkey came out perfectly moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family raved about it.