BRINED AND ROASTED TURKEY
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Dissolve the salt and sugar in 2 gallons of cold water. Add the oranges, lemons, thyme, and rosemary. Rinse the turkey inside and out under cold running water. Soak the turkey in the brine for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Remove the turkey from the brine and rinse well under cold running water. Pat dry with paper towels, inside and out. Place breast side down in a large, heavy roasting pan, and rub on all sides with the butter. Season lightly inside and out with salt and pepper. Stuff the turkey with the onion, orange, celery, carrot, bay leaves, and thyme. Loosely tie the drumsticks together with kitchen string. Roast the turkey, uncovered, breast side down for 1 hour. Remove from the oven, turn, and baste with 1/2 cup stock. Continue roasting with the breast side up until an instant-read meat thermometer registers 165 degrees F when inserted into the largest section of thigh (avoiding the bone), about 2 3/4 to 3 hours total cooking time. Baste the turkey once every hour with 1/2 to 3/4 cup chicken or turkey stock. Remove from the oven and place on a platter. Tent with aluminum foil and let rest for 20 minutes before carving. For the pan gravy: Pour the reserved turkey pan juices into a glass-measuring cup and skim off the fat. Place the roasting pan on 2 stovetop burners over medium heat add the pan juice and 1 cup turkey broth and the white wine to the pan, and deglaze the pan, stirring to scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the remaining 3 cup of broth and bring to a simmer, then transfer to a measuring cup. In a large heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium high heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, to make a light roux. Add the hot stock, whisking constantly, then simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Add the reserved neck meat and giblets to the pan and adjust seasoning, to taste, with salt and black pepper. Pour into a gravy boat and serve.
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Eddie Ruddie
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe for my next Thanksgiving dinner.
Katlego Ramorola
[email protected]This recipe is a winner!
Jaweria Zainab
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to cook a turkey.
Kelvin Manhamo
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing.
Logan Dumont
[email protected]I've tried other turkey recipes, but this one is the best.
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[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook a turkey for a large gathering.
Rana Zahiid Ali
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves turkey.
Reuban Haylock
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a special occasion dinner.
Chinonso Chinonso
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The turkey is always moist and delicious.
Mohammad Sajid
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey.
Mehedi FF 96
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was amazing.
Emily st john
[email protected]This recipe is a game-changer! The turkey was the best I've ever had.
shehu toheeb
[email protected]I've never made turkey before, but this recipe made it easy. The turkey was delicious and everyone loved it.
Kai Crowell
[email protected]The brine made all the difference! The turkey was so moist and flavorful.
Ntsiki Siyotula
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the turkey came out moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.
Marinah
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out great. My guests raved about it.
Sampen TV
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the gravy was divine.
Keeran rana18
[email protected]I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The brining process really locks in the flavor and moisture.
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[email protected]OMG! This turkey is amazing! The brine really makes a difference. The meat is so juicy and tender.
Kumari Bhujel
[email protected]This recipe was a hit with my family! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was delicious. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.