TURKEY WITH ORANGE-HONEY GLAZE

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A tangy, fresh-tasting glaze over a golden roasted turkey makes for a memorable holiday main dish. We savor the juicy slices topped with the rich gravy. -Zita Wilensky, North Miami, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h40m

Yield 16-18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons rubbed sage
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Pinch dried thyme
1 turkey (18 to 20 pounds)
1 small orange, peeled and halved
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup orange juice
1/3 cup orange marmalade
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
Pinch ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the sage, salt, pepper and thyme; mix well. Rub 2 teaspoons inside the turkey; set remainder aside. Place orange inside turkey. Skewer openings and tie drumsticks together. Place on a rack in a roasting pan. Combine remaining sage mixture with butter; brush over turkey. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 5-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting every 30 minutes. When the turkey begins to brown, cover lightly with foil. , In a saucepan, combine remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Brush over turkey. Continue to bake, uncovered, 30 minutes to 1 hour longer or until thermometer reads 185°, brushing with the glaze occasionally. Remove from the oven; cover and let stand 20 minutes before carving. Thicken pan juices for gravy if desired.

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This recipe gets two thumbs up from me.


Ifra Ifra
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A must-try for turkey lovers!


Eiei Wisi
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5 stars!


Jubayer Faran
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. I will definitely be making it again.


Minghaa April
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make turkey.


xX Tea Xx
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This turkey was a huge hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone raved about it.


Raheel Gaming
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I've never made turkey before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm so glad I tried it.


Rm Ruhul
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This turkey was so juicy and flavorful. I could taste the orange and honey in every bite.


Mahmood Jaffar
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The orange-honey glaze was the perfect complement to the turkey. It was sweet and tangy, and it really made the meat shine.


Samara obyed
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I loved the crispy skin on the turkey. It was so flavorful.


Nabiyu Mamo
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this turkey again.


iyanuoluwa Aduragbemi
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The turkey was a little overcooked, but the glaze was still good.


Chante Saunders
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I would have liked the glaze to be a little sweeter.


BLACK Here
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This turkey was a little dry, but the glaze was delicious.


Ahmad gidado Nakowa
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I followed the recipe exactly, and my turkey came out perfect. It was so moist and flavorful.


Richard Onguto
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The glaze is to die for!


Diego Kaku
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I've made this turkey recipe several times now, and it always turns out great. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


preety Tiwari
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I made this turkey for Christmas dinner, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the crispy skin and the juicy meat. The orange-honey glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


Ransing Limbu
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This turkey was amazing! The orange-honey glaze was perfect, and the meat was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.