Roast Turkey Recipe Cooking Classy from www.cookingclassy.com
Introduction
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and it's time to start planning your holiday feast. A roasted turkey is the centerpiece of any Thanksgiving table, and with our turkey recipe roaster, you'll be able to prepare a juicy and flavorful bird that your family and friends will love. This recipe is easy to follow and requires minimal preparation, so you can spend more time enjoying the holiday with your loved ones.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need: - 1 12-15 pound turkey - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped - 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped - 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped - 1 tablespoon salt - 1 tablespoon black pepper - 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F. 2. Remove the turkey from its packaging and remove the neck and giblets from the body cavity. 3. Rinse the turkey inside and out with cold water and pat dry with paper towels. 4. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped rosemary, thyme, and sage until well blended. 5. Gently loosen the skin of the turkey by sliding your hand between the skin and the meat, being careful not to tear the skin. 6. Spread the butter mixture under the skin, covering as much of the turkey as possible. 7. Sprinkle the turkey with salt and black pepper, both inside and out. 8. Place the turkey in a roasting pan, breast side up. 9. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the pan. 10. Cover the turkey loosely with aluminum foil. 11. Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature of the turkey reaches 165°F. 12. Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow the turkey to brown. 13. Once the turkey is fully cooked, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.
Nutrition
This turkey recipe roaster serves 12-15 people and contains approximately: - 450 calories per serving - 20g fat - 0g carbohydrates - 65g protein - 1,160mg sodium
Tips and Tricks
- If you want a crispier skin, you can remove the foil during the last hour of cooking instead of the last 30 minutes. - You can also add stuffing to the body cavity of the turkey before roasting, but be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly. - To ensure that your turkey is fully cooked, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The temperature should reach 165°F in the thickest part of the bird. - If you have leftovers, you can use the turkey meat to make sandwiches, salads, and soups for the days following Thanksgiving.
Conclusion
This turkey recipe roaster is a simple and delicious way to prepare a Thanksgiving turkey that everyone will enjoy. With minimal preparation and a few hours in the oven, you'll have a juicy and flavorful bird that will be the highlight of your holiday feast. So gather your family and friends, and enjoy a memorable Thanksgiving together!
