HERB-BRINED TURKEY WITH PEAR GRAVY
A simple brine and pear gravy make this a must-have for Thanksgiving.
Categories Herb turkey Roast Thanksgiving Pear Fall Brine Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For turkey:
- Stir 3 gallons water and salt in large pot until salt dissolves. Stir in peppercorns and next 4 ingredients. Add turkey to brine. Place large plate atop turkey to submerge. Place in refrigerator. Soak turkey 8 to 10 hours. Remove turkey from brine; rinse and pat dry. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Store uncovered in refrigerator.)
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Place turkey on rack in large roasting pan. Rub butter over turkey. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place turkey in oven. Reduce temperature to 325°F. Roast turkey until thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 175°F, about 2 1/2 hours. Transfer turkey to platter; tent with foil. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before carving (internal temperature will rise 5 to 10 degrees).
- For pear gravy:
- Spoon off fat from drippings in pan, reserving 1/4 cup fat. Measure 2/3 cup pan juices. Melt butter and reserved 1/4 cup fat in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Mix in flour. Stir until light brown, about 2 minutes. Gradually add chicken broth, pear juice, and 2/3 cup pan juices. Simmer until thickened, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Stir in rum. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle turkey with marjoram; serve with gravy.
- Storage solutions:
- No room in the fridge to brine a turkey? No problem. Put a turkey-sized oven bag in a large cooler, then place the turkey in the bag. Pour in the brine and seal tightly. Place ice over and around turkey, close the lid tightly, and let it brine 8 to 10 hours, adding ice periodically to keep temperature at 40° or below.
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Sb Akash
[email protected]This turkey was the best I've ever had. It was so moist and flavorful, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Talha Navera
[email protected]I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a hit. The turkey is always juicy and flavorful, and the gravy is to die for.
Jessica Funk
[email protected]This was my first time making turkey and it turned out great! The brine really helped to keep the turkey moist and flavorful. The gravy was also delicious.
KALEB MOGES
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Bulbul Hossain
[email protected]The turkey was a little dry, but the gravy was delicious. I would try this recipe again, but I would make sure to brine the turkey for longer.
Nwankwo Christiana
[email protected]I made this for Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.
Heaven Revis
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The brine makes all the difference.
Annu Gurung
[email protected]I've never been a fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the gravy was incredible.
Aktarul A4473812z
[email protected]The turkey was a little bland, but the gravy was good.
nkosiyazi nzimande
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the gravy was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Abdul Rahaman
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out perfect. It was so moist and flavorful.
Jenna Colon
[email protected]The turkey was a little dry, but the gravy was delicious.
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[email protected]This was my first time brining a turkey and it turned out amazing! The brine gave the turkey so much flavor and the gravy was perfect.
Cindy heaton
[email protected]I've made this recipe twice now and it's been a hit both times. The turkey is always juicy and the gravy is to die for.
Portia Agboraw
[email protected]This turkey was so flavorful and moist! The brine really made a difference. The gravy was also delicious, with the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.