ROASTED TURKEY

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A recipe from the Golden Door developed by chef Tracy Ritter and sous chef Steven Pernetti. Enjoy this traditional turkey for Thanksgiving or anytime!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Whole Turkey

Time 3h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bunch celery, coarsely chopped
4 carrots, coarsely chopped
4 onions, coarsely chopped
2 heads fennel, chopped (optional)
2 leeks, white part only,sliced
1 orange, sliced
2 tablespoons dried basil
12 lbs turkey, cleaned
4 ounces frozen apple juice concentrate
4 ounces water or 4 ounces white wine
6 ounces orange juice
2 ounces lemon juice or 2 ounces lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • In the bottom of a roasting pan large enough to hold the turkey, combine celery, carrots and onions.
  • In a small bowl combine fennel (if using), leeks, sliced orange and basil.
  • Toss to mix.
  • Place mixture in cavity of turkey.
  • Place turkey on top of vegetables or on a rack over vegetables to cook.
  • Make glaze: In a small bowl combine apple juice concentrate, water, orange juice, lemon or lime juice and soy sauce.
  • Set aside.
  • Place turkey in a preheated 400* oven 1/2 hour, then lower temperature to 350* and cook 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until an internal temperature of 180* to 185* is reached.
  • After first half hour of cooking, baste bird every 10 to 15 minutes with glaze mixture.
  • Remove turkey from oven and allow it to rest 20 minutes before carving.
  • While turkey is resting, pour off all pan juices into a"de-fatting cup" and allow juices to separate from fat.
  • When separated, carefully pour into a serving pitcher or gravy boat.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Place turkey on a platter for carving.
  • Note: Removal of all skin before serving will lower fat content of each portion.
  • Makes 12 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 796.2, Fat 36.7, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 308.7, Sodium 516.3, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 10, Protein 94.5

Bilal Sajid
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Not sure what I did wrong, but the turkey came out dry and bland.


Maisie
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This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was cooked to perfection and the gravy was delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Rabeya Bagum
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The gravy was a bit too thin. I had to add some cornstarch to thicken it.


Ephra Mwaluseke
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Amazing! This is the best roasted turkey I've ever had. Thank you for sharing the recipe!


Mohsin Ch
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The turkey was a bit too salty, but overall it was a good recipe.


Albert Ogunniyi
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This recipe is a family favorite. We make it every year for Thanksgiving.


Warrah Kamara
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Not a fan of the herb butter. I'll try a different recipe next time.


Hispanic Hacked
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Easy to follow, even for a beginner like me. The turkey turned out great!


Omarian Downer
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The turkey was a bit dry, but the gravy was delicious. Will try again with a different cooking method.


Lx. Khan
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Made this for Thanksgiving and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Riyaz Bhatti
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The turkey was moist and flavorful, but the gravy was a bit too thick. Overall, a good recipe.


Jaden Lockwood
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Good recipe but a bit too much salt for my taste.


Lalbahadur Pariyar
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The meat was tender and juicy, and the skin was crispy. Will definitely be making this again.


Robel Hossain
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Followed the recipe but the turkey took much longer to cook than stated.


Raja Ayaz
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Amazing recipe! The turkey was cooked perfectly and the gravy was so tasty. Highly recommend!


Martins Fadahunsi
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The turkey was a bit bland. Maybe I should have used more herbs and spices.


Cedric Dolphus
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Easy to follow recipe. The turkey was moist and flavorful. Will definitely make it again for Thanksgiving.


Aleksa Vujanov
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Followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out dry. Not sure what went wrong.


Peter Barasa
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This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was cooked to perfection and the gravy was delicious. Will definitely make it again.


Jhyreyuiokgssdhg Jhyreyuiokgssdhg
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My first time making a turkey and it turned out perfectly! So juicy and flavorful. My family loved it.


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