CITRUS HERB TURKEY
When it came to a roasting turkey, my grandmother had the magic touch: She would wrap a turkey in foil and cook it on low heat for eight hours so it would bake up juicy and tender. This version doesn't take that long, but it's just as good. -Portia Gorman, Los Angeles, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h10m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Line a roasting pan with 3 pieces of heavy-duty foil (pieces should be long enough to cover turkey). Mince half the rosemary and thyme from each package (about 1/4 cup total). In a small bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter and minced herbs until blended. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from turkey breast; rub butter mixture under the skin. Secure skin to underside of breast with toothpicks. Mix seasoned salt, garlic powder and pepper; sprinkle over turkey and inside turkey cavity., Cube remaining butter. In a large bowl, combine butter, apple, orange, onion, orange pepper and remaining herb sprigs; spoon inside cavity. Tuck wings under turkey; tie drumsticks together. Place turkey in prepared pan, breast side up., Bring edges of foil over turkey to cover. Roast, covered, 1 hour. Carefully open foil and fold it down. Reduce oven setting to 325°. Roast, uncovered, 1-1/2 to 2 hours longer or until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°. Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly., Remove turkey from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 20 minutes before carving. Discard fruit mixture from cavity. If desired, skim fat and thicken pan drippings for gravy. Serve with turkey.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 27g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 207mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 55g protein.
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Emahle Michelle
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the citrus and herb flavors are the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe.
Terrell Limtom
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The citrus and herbs really brightened up the flavor, and the turkey was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.
wade yellowbird
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my turkey came out perfectly cooked and so flavorful. The citrus and herb flavors were subtle but delicious, and the turkey was moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this recipe again!
Mrx Reagan
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family's Thanksgiving dinner and everyone loved it! The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the citrus and herb flavors were the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again next year.
mahmudul hasan09
[email protected]I'm not a fan of stuffing, so I just roasted some vegetables in the same pan as the turkey. It was a great way to get a delicious side dish without any extra work.
Malik Punjabi997
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses fresh herbs. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the turkey.
Semitha Mohlala
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a special occasion dinner. It's sure to impress your guests.
Syed Abdullah Agha
[email protected]I don't have a meat thermometer, so I just cooked the turkey until the juices ran clear. It turned out perfectly cooked.
Nisar Khan
[email protected]I'm allergic to citrus, so I substituted lemon and lime zest for the orange zest. It turned out great!
Toxicity
[email protected]I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more herbs and spices.
Sqxibzz
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my turkey came out dry. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.
Isha Rana
[email protected]I made this recipe for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.
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[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Mogau Esther
[email protected]Can't wait to try this recipe! It looks amazing.
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[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and the turkey was perfect! So moist and flavorful. Thanks for sharing!
Whitney Handschke
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the turkey turned out great! The citrus and herb flavors were subtle but delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Kyle G
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The citrus and herbs really brighten up the flavor, and the turkey was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.
Muha Asif
[email protected]This citrus herb turkey was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The flavors were incredible, and the turkey was so moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this again next year.