ROAST TURKEY WITH ORANGE AND SAGE
Roast turkey with white wine and a lot of butter, too, as it happens. The butter, massaged under the bird's skin, does a lot to help keep the breast meat moist, and the juice and wine in the pan below the bird create a deliciously steamy environment for the roasting. The combination leads to an interesting outcome: a bird that crisps up nicely not at the beginning of cooking, but at the end. The sweet-savory drippings make for excellent gravy.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories dinner, roasts, main course
Time 3h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Pat turkey dry with paper towel and place it on a rack in a roasting pan. In a small bowl or on a clean cutting board, mash the butter together with the orange zest, sage, garlic, salt and pepper to create a paste. Lift the turkey's skin at the neck and gently use your hand to separate skin from breast meat. Rub about half of the compound butter under the skin, covering the breast meat. Rub the rest of the butter over the skin of the turkey and season with a little more salt and pepper.
- Fold the wings of the turkey under the bird, and tie its legs together with butcher's twine. Pour the wine and orange juice into the roasting pan, scatter the sage leaves over the liquid and carefully slide the pan into the oven.
- Roast for about 2 to 3 hours, basting bird every 30 minutes with drippings. Start checking the bird 1 hour and 45 minutes into cooking, and tent it with foil if skin is turning too dark. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh without touching bone registers 165 degrees. Transfer to a cutting board or platter and allow to rest at least 30 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 749, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 92 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 1037 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 1 gram
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Md Dalowar Hossen
[email protected]I love this turkey recipe! The orange and sage flavors are so unique and delicious. I always get compliments on it when I make it for Thanksgiving.
Das Munna
[email protected]This turkey recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious results. The orange and sage flavors are a great combination and the turkey is always cooked perfectly.
rosh Mosh
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The orange and sage flavors are amazing and the meat is so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this recipe again next year.
Shaggy Croverwhite
[email protected]This turkey recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. The orange and sage flavors are a perfect match and the meat is always moist and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!
My No
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe made me a believer. The orange and sage flavors were amazing and the meat was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
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[email protected]This turkey recipe is a game-changer. The orange and sage flavors are incredible and the meat is so tender and juicy. I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Pablo
[email protected]I was looking for a new turkey recipe to try this Thanksgiving and I'm so glad I found this one. The orange and sage flavors were a hit with my family and friends. The turkey was also cooked perfectly and was very moist. I will definitely be making t
Sharonda Pommells
[email protected]This turkey recipe is easy to follow and produces amazing results. The orange and sage flavors are a great combination and the turkey is always moist and juicy. I highly recommend this recipe!
Francisco Asturias
[email protected]I followed this recipe exactly and the turkey turned out perfectly. The orange and sage flavors were subtle but noticeable, and the meat was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Esther Osaghae
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any turkey lover. The orange and sage flavors are a perfect match and the turkey is always moist and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!
ff king
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The orange and sage flavors were amazing and the meat was so juicy. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Natahcia Register
[email protected]Wow! This turkey was incredible. The orange and sage flavors were perfectly balanced and the meat was so moist and tender. It was the best turkey I've ever had.
Troy Cooper
[email protected]This turkey recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are amazing. The turkey was perfectly cooked and the orange and sage flavors were delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
jerry jobela
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage stuffing is a perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe!
AR Rashedul Islam
[email protected]This is my go-to turkey recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser and the leftovers are amazing. The orange and sage flavors really make this dish special.
Mujtba Rajjput
[email protected]I tried this recipe for Christmas dinner and it was a success! The turkey was so flavorful and moist, and the orange and sage stuffing was a perfect addition. My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.
Azad 786 (Fahad Azad)
[email protected]This turkey was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The orange and sage flavors were perfectly balanced and complemented the turkey beautifully. The meat was moist and juicy, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. We will definitely be making this r