CLASSIC CHEESECLOTH TURKEY
This cheesecloth turkey uses a classic method, wine-soaked cheesecloth, to give you the juiciest turkey and most flavorful gravy you've ever tasted! Pair with your favorite sides for a complete meal. -Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h15m
Yield 24 servings (4 cups gravy).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Remove giblets from turkey; cover and refrigerate for gravy. Pat turkey dry; place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. In small bowl, combine softened butter, thyme and sage. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from turkey breast; rub butter mixture under the skin. Sprinkle salt and pepper over turkey and inside cavity; fill cavity with celery, onion and carrot., In a large saucepan, melt cubed butter; stir in wine. Saturate a four-layered 17-in. square of cheesecloth in butter mixture; drape over turkey. Bake turkey, uncovered, 3 hours; baste with wine mixture every 30 minutes, keeping cheesecloth moist at all times. , Remove and discard cheesecloth. Bake turkey until a thermometer inserted in the thigh reads 170°-175°, basting occasionally with pan drippings, 45 minutes to 1-1/4 hours longer. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly)., Remove turkey to a serving platter; cover and let stand 20 minutes before carving. Discard vegetables from cavity. Pour drippings and loosened brown bits into a measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 1/3 cup. Add enough broth to remaining drippings to measure 4 cups., For gravy, chop reserved giblets. In a large saucepan, saute giblets in reserved fat until browned. Stir in flour until blended; gradually stir in broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes. Serve with turkey.Freeze option: Place sliced turkey in freezer containers; top with any cooking juices. Cool and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 43g protein.
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Ajmel Jan
[email protected]This is my new go-to turkey recipe. The cheesecloth method makes the turkey so moist and flavorful. I highly recommend it.
Karan H
[email protected]Not sure what went wrong, but my turkey was dry and overcooked.
Anjum Shaukat
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the turkey turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.
Abril Cherop
[email protected]I've never cooked turkey in cheesecloth before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The turkey was perfect!
Mark Winter
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. The cheesecloth method makes the turkey so juicy and flavorful.
Sk Jisan
[email protected]The turkey was a bit dry, but the gravy was amazing.
Rashid Ali Abbasi Abbasi
[email protected]I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The cheesecloth method makes all the difference.
HAILEY WALKER
[email protected]Not a fan of the cheesecloth method. The turkey skin didn't get crispy enough for my liking.
Susan Dcruz
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the gravy was delicious. My family loved it.
Melissa Simon
[email protected]Cooking the turkey in cheesecloth was a game-changer! It made the turkey so moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be using this method again.
Gopi Lal Shrestha
[email protected]A bit too salty for my taste, but overall a solid recipe.
Ghazwaan Haider
[email protected]The cheesecloth method definitely made a difference in the final product. The turkey was incredibly juicy and tender.
Jacob Rowe
[email protected]This cheesecloth turkey recipe was an absolute delight! The turkey turned out moist and flavorful, with a crispy skin that everyone loved. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone looking for a delicious and easy way to cook turkey.