FASTEST ROAST TURKEY
Here is a turkey for when time and oven space are at a premium. The bird is butchered before cooking, its backbone removed (a technique called spatchcocking) and its legs separated, increasing the amount of surface area exposed to the oven's heat and decreasing the amount of cooking time dramatically. The overall height of the turkey also comes down, so two turkeys may fit in the oven, or one turkey and a baking pan filled with dressing. As with a whole bird, you should tent the meat with foil when it has finished cooking, and allow it to rest for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories dinner, roasts, main course
Time 2h
Yield 12 or more servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place the turkey on a cutting board with its breast side down, and using a very sharp knife or cleaver, cut out the bird's backbone.
- Turn the turkey over and use your knife or cleaver to remove the legs and thighs. Press down on the turkey breasts to flatten the carcass.
- Place the turkey parts in one large roasting pan. Tuck between them onion, celery pieces, and, if using, herbs, and shower with salt and pepper. Dot turkey pieces with pats of butter.
- Place pan in a 450 degree oven for 30 minutes, then reduce heat to 325 degrees and baste with accumulated juices.
- Start to check the temperature of the breast and the thigh meat roughly 15 minutes later, and remove them from the oven when they have reached 165 degrees. As with a whole bird, you should tent the meat with foil and allow it to rest for at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 633, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 87 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 1374 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
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Shanika Douglas
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow, but the turkey didn't come out as flavorful as I expected. I'll try adding more herbs and spices next time.
lakisura kavisara
[email protected]The turkey was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I might try increasing the cooking time next time.
Unaixa Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver for busy cooks. The turkey was cooked quickly and evenly, and the flavor was excellent. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.
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[email protected]I was skeptical about the fast cooking time, but the turkey was cooked through and moist. The recipe is a keeper!
Caitlin Banner
[email protected]Definitely the fastest and easiest turkey recipe I've tried. The turkey was cooked perfectly and the seasoning was on point.
Zeeshan Nasir
[email protected]The turkey turned out amazing! It was juicy and flavorful. The recipe was easy to follow and the cooking time was accurate.
Ham Za
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe with great results. The turkey was moist and delicious.
Gabriel Lamptey
[email protected]I tried the fastest roast turkey recipe and it was fantastic! The turkey was cooked perfectly and the gravy was amazing. My family and friends loved it.
Munesh Kumar
[email protected]The turkey was juicy, flavorful, and cooked evenly throughout. The dry brine method worked wonders in enhancing the taste of the meat. Overall, a great recipe for an easy and delicious turkey dinner.
SA Tech24
[email protected]The fastest roast turkey recipe lived up to its name and was indeed the quickest and most convenient way to prepare a Thanksgiving turkey. The turkey was cooked to perfection and had a nice crispy skin.
Christian Pelchat
[email protected]This turkey recipe is a game-changer! It was incredibly easy to follow, and the turkey turned out perfectly moist and flavorful. Even my picky eaters loved it.