ROAST TURKEY WITH APPLE-CIDER GRAVY
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h45m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- In a pot large enough to hold the turkey, combine all of the brine ingredients and stir. Add the turkey to the pot, cover, and refrigerate for 8 to 10 hours. Remove the turkey from the pot, discard the brine, and rinse the turkey thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry.
- Preheat the oven to 275 degrees.
- Combine the onion, celery, apple, parsnip, quince, herbs, and spices in a bowl and toss. Spoon into the cavity of the turkey.
- Truss the turkey, tying its legs together tightly with kitchen twine. Place the turkey on a roasting rack set in a large roasting pan. Cover tightly with aluminum foil, place in the oven, and roast for 2 1/2 hours.
- Uncover the turkey and reserve the foil. Increase the oven temperature to 375 degrees F. Brush the turkey with half of the melted butter and cook for 30 minutes. Brush on the remaining butter and continue cooking for about 1 hour and 15 minutes longer, basting every 30 minutes, until a meat thermometer inserted in the thigh registers 150 degrees. (The internal temperature will rise 10 degrees while the turkey rests).
- Transfer the turkey to a cutting board. Pour off the fat from the roasting pan. Spoon the vegetables from the cavity of the turkey into the pan; cover the turkey loosely with the reserved foil, and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the gravy: Add the butter to the roasting pan with the vegetables. Place the pan over medium heat, using 2 burners if necessary. Use a wooden spoon to stir and brown the vegetables lightly, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the flour and cook for 3 more minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cider, bring to a boil, and cook until reduced and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the pan to release the turkey drippings. Transfer the gravy to a 3-quart saucepan, add the chicken stock, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the gravy has thickened, about 10 minutes. Pour any juices that have accumulated around the turkey into the pan and continue cooking for 1 more minute. Season with the salt and pepper. Strain the gravy into a warm sauceboat.
- Carve the turkey and serve with gravy.
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Frank Vesetolu
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe for Thanksgiving dinner.
Saddam Askaryar
[email protected]This is the best roast turkey recipe I've ever had.
Mahi Honey
[email protected]I'm definitely going to make this recipe again.
Carlitos Robles
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a large gathering.
Malak Allouch
[email protected]The turkey was a bit dry, but the gravy was delicious.
Sidra Othman
[email protected]I've never made roast turkey before, but this recipe made it easy.
Ms Jamil ahmed
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort.
Titus Medina
[email protected]I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.
Daniyal Balti
[email protected]I made this recipe for Christmas dinner and everyone loved it. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was perfect.
Sheikh Mohsin
[email protected]This is the best roast turkey recipe I've ever tried. I highly recommend it!
Adien_ Afton
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
jean pierrelouis
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a special occasion. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort.
Mwezerwa Emmanuel
[email protected]I accidentally overcooked the turkey, but the gravy saved the day.
Malcolm Raymond
[email protected]I had some trouble finding apple cider, but I was able to substitute white wine and it turned out great.
Youmna Mohammed
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the results were worth it.
Joker Booy
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the gravy was amazing.
Govinda Chalise
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the turkey and gravy.
paul heffner
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I especially love the apple cider gravy.
Ahsan Noman
[email protected]I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the gravy is perfect.
Bhis Kumar
[email protected]This was my first time making roast turkey and it turned out amazing! The turkey was juicy and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and delicious. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving dinner.