TRIPLE CITRUS BUTTERED TURKEY

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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 12 to 14-pound frozen turkey, thawed
1 lemon
1 lime
1 orange
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 leeks, green parts only

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Let the turkey sit at room temperature, covered, for 30 minutes to come to temperature before preparing.
  • Zest and juice the lemon, lime and orange. Reserve the juice for another use and set the rinds aside. Mix the butter with the citrus zest and salt and pepper to taste. Rub the seasoned butter all over the turkey, inside and out, as well as under the skin. Put the citrus rinds and leeks into the cavity. Tie up the legs and put the turkey, breast-side up, onto the rack in a roasting pan. Pour 2 cups water into the pan and roast, basting with the pan juices every 15 to 20 minutes. Cook until the internal temperature taken from the thickest part of the thigh is 170 degrees F, 15 to 20 minutes per pound. Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes before carving. Reserve about 1 1/2 cups turkey and 1/2 cup of the pan drippings for another use if desired, such as the Round 2 Recipe Thanksgiving Pie.

maho clem
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried! The citrus flavors are incredible and the turkey is so moist and tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Beatrice Olow
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion dinner. The turkey was delicious and the presentation was beautiful.


Ric Crippan
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I'm a vegetarian, but I made this recipe for my family and they said it was the best turkey they've ever had. I'm impressed!


Kamal Pordhan
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The turkey was cooked perfectly and the citrus flavors were amazing. I would definitely make this recipe again.


diazxx jozef
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend reducing the amount of sugar in the glaze.


Rashedulislam Rony
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the citrus glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious Thanksgiving turkey.


Mimi Gold
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This recipe is perfect for a special occasion dinner. The citrus flavors really make the turkey stand out. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive Thanksgiving dish.


Vibe Kakashi
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Overall, this is a good recipe. The turkey was moist and flavorful. However, I would recommend reducing the amount of butter in the glaze. It was a bit too rich for my taste.


Prance Noman
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The cooking time in this recipe is inaccurate. I had to cook the turkey for an extra 30 minutes to get it to a safe internal temperature.


Threedee
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This recipe is missing some key ingredients. I had to add salt, pepper, and garlic powder to make it taste good.


shoaib mehsood
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I'm disappointed with the results.


Fatima Nayab
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The turkey was cooked to perfection and the citrus glaze was amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special Thanksgiving dish.


Abaid Don
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I'm not a fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The citrus marinade made the turkey so juicy and flavorful. I especially loved the crispy skin. Will definitely make this again!


JOSHUA OGUNGBENRO
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of citrus fruits in a turkey recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the turkey was so tender. I'll definitely be making this again.


Olamilekan Ayinla
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This recipe is a must-try for any Thanksgiving dinner! The citrus flavors really shine through and the turkey comes out moist and flavorful. I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.