ORANGE- AND MUSTARD-BASTED TURKEY WITH APPLE CIDER-MUSTARD GRAVY

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Categories     Citrus     Mustard     Poultry     turkey     Roast     Thanksgiving     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

Turkey
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, room temperature
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon dried marjoram
1 tablespoon mustard seeds, coarsely crushed
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 12- to 14-pound turkey
1 large orange, quartered
1 onion, peeled, quartered (optional)
1 head of garlic, unpeeled, cut horizontally in half (optional)
2 celery stalks, cut into 2-inch lengths (optional)
3 fresh thyme sprigs (optional)
2 fresh sage sprigs (optional)
1 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
5 cups (about) low-salt chicken broth
Gravy
4 1/2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup minced onion
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 large Gala apple, peeled, cored, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup low-salt chicken broth
3/4 cup apple cider
2 small bay leaves, torn into pieces
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons mustard seeds, coarsely crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage

Steps:

  • For turkey:
  • Mix first 6 ingredients in small bowl. Rinse turkey inside and out; pat dry. Place on rack set in large roasting pan. Rub inside of main cavity and neck cavity with orange quarters (reserve orange quarters); sprinkle with salt and pepper. Rub herb butter over outside of turkey. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Set rack at lowest position in oven and preheat to 350°F. If not stuffing turkey, fill main cavity and neck cavity with orange quarters, onion, garlic, celery, thyme sprigs, and sage sprigs. If stuffing turkey, spoon stuffing loosely into both cavities. Tuck wing tips under; tie legs together loosely to hold shape. Mix orange juice and Dijon mustard in small bowl; pour into pan around turkey. Place turkey in oven with tail at back. Roast turkey 45 minutes. Add 2 cups broth to pan; baste turkey. Turn pan around. Roast turkey 45 minutes. Add 1 cup broth; baste with pan juices. Turn pan around and cover turkey loosely with foil. Continue to roast until thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 175°F, basting with 1 cup broth and rotating pan every 45 minutes, about 1 hour 45 minutes longer if unstuffed and 2 hours 15 minutes longer if stuffed. Transfer turkey to platter; let stand 30 minutes (internal temperature will increase 5 to 10 degrees).
  • For gravy:
  • Strain pan juices into 8-cup measuring cup. Spoon off fat. Melt butter in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion; sauté 3 minutes. Add flour and stir until golden, about 5 minutes. Whisk in apple and all remaining ingredients, then pan juices. Bring gravy to boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until gravy thickens, whisking occasionally, about 10 minutes. Season gravy with salt and pepper.
  • Serve turkey with gravy.

Tyler Perschke
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This recipe was a waste of time. The turkey was tough and the gravy was bland.


Tanvee Ahktar
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The orange and mustard flavors were too overpowering. I would use less of them next time.


Amini Kajuna
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The gravy was too thick. I would add more liquid next time.


Dania's world
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The turkey was a bit dry. I would cook it for less time next time.


Arif koko Official
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more herbs and spices next time.


Billy Dennett
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this recipe with ease. The turkey turned out perfectly, and the gravy was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Shaban Chaudhary
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it! The orange and mustard flavors are amazing, and the turkey is so moist and juicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


BD.GAMERS SQUAD
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I made this recipe for Christmas dinner, and it was a hit! The turkey was perfectly cooked, and the gravy was delicious. My guests loved it!


BAN Anna
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it! The turkey was absolutely delicious, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Lota akter Lota akter
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The orange and mustard flavors were amazing, and the turkey was so moist and juicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sheeraz Mughal
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This recipe is a keeper! The orange and mustard flavors are so unique and delicious. The turkey was moist and juicy, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Nathaniel Netshiswinzhe
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I made this recipe for Thanksgiving dinner, and it was a huge success! The turkey was perfectly cooked, and the gravy was delicious. My guests loved it!


mohammed hilabi
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I've made this recipe twice now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The orange and mustard flavors are so unique and delicious. The turkey is always moist and juicy, and the gravy is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe!


Masom Wahab
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This was my first time cooking a turkey, and I was nervous, but this recipe made it so easy! The turkey turned out perfectly, and the gravy was amazing. I got so many compliments from my guests.


Antonio Colon
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I love this recipe! The orange and mustard flavors are so unique and delicious. The turkey was moist and juicy, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Facecrack2k
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This turkey recipe was a hit with my family! The orange and mustard marinade gave the turkey a delicious flavor, and the apple cider mustard gravy was the perfect accompaniment. I'll definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.