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Roast a Turkey

Roasting a Turkey

Roasting a juicy turkey is a culinary art that results in a flavorful and succulent centerpiece for your holiday feast. As the turkey slowly cooks in the oven, the skin crisps up to a beautiful golden brown, while the meat inside remains tender and moist. The aroma of the roasting turkey fills the kitchen, creating an inviting and festive atmosphere.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Meat
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 stick Butter
  • 16-18 lb Turkey

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
  • Take the giblets out of the turkey and wash the turkey inside and out. Remove any excess fat and leftover pinfeathers and pat the outside dry. Place the turkey in a large roasting pan.
  • Using ¾ of the stick of butter, cut approximately ⅛inch sections.
  • Using a spoon lift the skin on the turkey and stuff some butter all around.
  • With the remaining ¼ of butter use it to rub all around the skin of the turkey.
  • Tie the legs together with string and tuck the wing tips under the body of the turkey.
  • Roast the turkey for about 3 to 3 ½ hours, or until the juices run clear when you cut between the leg and the thigh.
  • Remove the turkey to a cutting board and cover with aluminum foil. Let rest for 15-30 minutes before cutting and serving
Keyword Roasted Turkey, Roasting a Turkey, Turkey
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