A Simply Perfect Roast Turkey

A Simply Perfect Roast Turkey
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    4 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs 45 mins
  • SERVING
    24 People
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    1.6K

Rediscover the timeless tradition of roast turkey, elevated to new heights of flavor. This recipe champions simplicity, allowing the inherent richness of the turkey to shine through with just a touch of seasoning and a luscious turkey stock basting. Prepare to impress your guests with a centerpiece that evokes cherished memories and creates new ones.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    15 g
  • Cholesterol
    383 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    100 g
  • Saturated Fat
    11 g
  • Sodium
    756 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    38 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place a rack in the lowest position of the oven.

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Recipe View 10 mins Remove turkey neck and giblets. Rinse turkey and pat dry with paper towels, and place breast-side up, on a rack in a roasting pan.

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Recipe View 10 mins Loosely fill turkey cavity with stuffing. Rub skin with butter, then season with salt and pepper.

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Recipe View 2 mins Pour 2 cups of turkey stock into the roasting pan.

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Recipe View 2 hrs 30 mins Loosely tent turkey with aluminum foil, and roast turkey for 2 ½ hours, basting with pan juices every 30 minutes. When drippings evaporate, add remaining stock to the pan, 1 to 2 cups at a time.

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Recipe View 1 hrs 30 mins Remove foil and continue roasting until a meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 165 degrees F (75 degrees C), about 1 ½ hours more.

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Recipe View 25 mins Transfer turkey to a large serving platter. Let stand for 20 to 30 minutes before carving.

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Recipe View 5 mins Serve and enjoy!

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, and sage to the turkey cavity along with the stuffing.
Ensure the turkey is fully thawed before cooking for even roasting.
Use a reliable meat thermometer to accurately gauge the turkey's internal temperature.
If the turkey skin starts to brown too quickly, tent it loosely with foil during the final stages of roasting.
Letting the turkey rest allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.9/ 5 ( 543 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Elian Shanahan

    This recipe was so easy to follow, and the turkey turned out perfectly moist!

  • Fredrick Satterfield

    I've made this recipe for the last three Thanksgivings, and it's always a hit!

  • Mariana Mcclure

    My family loved the simple seasoning; it really let the flavor of the turkey shine through.

  • Melyna Skiles

    The resting time is crucial! Don't skip it – it makes a huge difference.

  • Ola Orn

    The basting instructions were really helpful, and the turkey had a beautiful color.

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