PERFECT TURKEY
With instructions like set it and forget it, this is my kind of holiday turkey recipe. The mayo really holds in the juices and makes one very moist turkey. Simple seasoning is all this turkey recipe needs. You'll definitely hear ooh's and ahh's when your holiday guests take their first bite.
Provided by joeyjoan K
Categories Turkey
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Remove neck, gizzards, and liver. Place them in a pan with water and cook them on the stove top. (Even if you don't use them it is like turkey potpourri.)
- 2. Rinse the bird inside and out. Pat dry with paper towel.
- 3. Stuff the bird in both the head and rear.
- 4. Tie the legs together if you want.
- 5. With a spatula, spread a very thin coating of the mayonnaise all over the bird. Don't glop it on; get the heavy glops out of the leg crevices and such.
- 6. Salt and pepper the turkey.
- 7. Place the turkey in a roasting pan, the bird should fit in comfortably in the pan it shouldn't be crowded.
- 8. Using a piece of aluminum foil make a tent over the turkey with the front and back of the tent open for air flow.
- 9. Place in the oven and bake at 275 degrees. The size of the turkey determines the length of time (25 minutes per pound at 275 degrees).
- 10. Remove the foil for the last 1/2 hour of cooking time. Until it is time to remove the foil the bird should not be disturbed. Don't baste it and keep the oven door closed. If you're tempted to peek, look thru the glass.
- 11. When bird is cooked remove from the oven and let it stand for a 1/2 an hour, at least, before carving. The pan drippings make a wonderful gravy and the liquid from boiling the bird parts works well in place of water.
- 12. Place on the table and watch your friends and family enjoy.
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King Lapoz
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe. The turkey was tough and the gravy was bland.
Jennifer “Jenn” Halko
[email protected]The turkey was a bit dry, but the gravy was delicious.
Mary Ross
[email protected]This turkey recipe is a keeper. I will definitely be making it again next year.
shazib khan886
[email protected]I would recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and impressive turkey recipe.
Mahar Huzaifa
[email protected]This recipe is a bit complicated, but it's worth the effort. The turkey is delicious and the gravy is amazing.
Sk Shihab
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out perfect. My family loved it!
Mahadia hasan
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown.
SUFIYAN ABDUL QADIR
[email protected]This turkey recipe is a family favorite. We make it every year for Thanksgiving and it's always a hit.
Rana Noman Akhtar
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and impressive turkey recipe.
Abdul Based
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a turkey that is sure to impress your guests.
Cheyenne Johnson
[email protected]The gravy was delicious! I used the drippings from the turkey to make it, and it was so rich and flavorful.
Hari prasad Sapkota
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the spice rub at first, but it really added a nice flavor to the turkey.
Danielle sturges
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses a brine. It really helps to keep the turkey moist and flavorful.
JOSEPH WAMALWA
[email protected]The turkey turned out great! The cooking time was spot on, and the meat was tender and juicy.
Orji Chiemerie
[email protected]I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's simple to follow and produces amazing results.
JJ Vera
[email protected]This turkey recipe is a game-changer! The meat was so moist and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy. My family raved about it.