With Thanksgiving just around the corner everyone is looking for the ultimate roasted turkey recipe. If this is the first time to roasted a turkey, do not fret. It is much simpler than you imagine.
If your turkey is frozen, the first step is to thaw it. You need to plan well ahead, because you will need to thaw the bird 24 hours per 5 pounds of turkey. Thawing in the refrigerator is the safest way, and will prevent bacteria from forming.
After the turkey is thawed, remove the neck and giblets from the inside cavity. Rinse the bird thoroughly. Apply softened, unsalted butter to the outside of the turkey, and then coat the inside with butter as well. Sprinkle a little basic seasoning on the outside to suit your taste.
Place the turkey in a cooking pan, breast side up. A shallow pan is best, and a dark pan is better than a shiny pan, as it will reduce cooking time. If you choose to stuff the turkey, do so just before putting the bird in the over. Add a few cups of turkey stock to the bottom of the pan to keep it moist.
You might decide to cover the turkey for cooking. If the roasting pan includes a lid, use it. You can also make a tent using aluminum foil, or buy a old fashioned roasting bag. Paper shopping bags are not advisable, since some bags are recycled and might contain unwanted substances.
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees or higher, and place the roasting pan inside the oven. The turkey should be basted every 30 minutes, using the juices that collect in the pan. If you decided to cover the turkey, the cover should be removed after cooking for 2 hours. The amount of time for cooking a turkey will vary. For the most accurate cooking advice, ask the butcher at your local supermarket.
Well, there you have it, a simple and wonderful roasted turkey recipe that will bring joy to your entire family.
If your turkey is frozen, the first step is to thaw it. You need to plan well ahead, because you will need to thaw the bird 24 hours per 5 pounds of turkey. Thawing in the refrigerator is the safest way, and will prevent bacteria from forming.
After the turkey is thawed, remove the neck and giblets from the inside cavity. Rinse the bird thoroughly. Apply softened, unsalted butter to the outside of the turkey, and then coat the inside with butter as well. Sprinkle a little basic seasoning on the outside to suit your taste.
Place the turkey in a cooking pan, breast side up. A shallow pan is best, and a dark pan is better than a shiny pan, as it will reduce cooking time. If you choose to stuff the turkey, do so just before putting the bird in the over. Add a few cups of turkey stock to the bottom of the pan to keep it moist.
You might decide to cover the turkey for cooking. If the roasting pan includes a lid, use it. You can also make a tent using aluminum foil, or buy a old fashioned roasting bag. Paper shopping bags are not advisable, since some bags are recycled and might contain unwanted substances.
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees or higher, and place the roasting pan inside the oven. The turkey should be basted every 30 minutes, using the juices that collect in the pan. If you decided to cover the turkey, the cover should be removed after cooking for 2 hours. The amount of time for cooking a turkey will vary. For the most accurate cooking advice, ask the butcher at your local supermarket.
Well, there you have it, a simple and wonderful roasted turkey recipe that will bring joy to your entire family.
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With Thanksgiving approaching, it is time to think about the best roast turkey recipe and I prefer a traditional recipe, with traditional presentation, which includes a classic turkey gravy boat to present the traditional gravy made the old fashioned way.
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