GOLDEN ROASTED TURKEY
Your holiday turkey will never turn out dry again if you reach for this recipe. Brining overnight and stuffing with apples results in moist, tender meat.-Michael Williams, Moreno Valley, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h25m
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a stockpot, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir until salt and brown sugar are dissolved. Remove from the heat. Add the cold water to cool the brine to room temperature., Place a turkey-size oven roasting bag inside a second roasting bag; add turkey. Carefully pour cooled brine into bag. Squeeze out as much air as possible; seal bags and turn to coat. Place in a roasting pan. Refrigerate for 18-24 hours, turning occasionally., In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the water, apple, onion and cinnamon. Microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until apples are tender; drain water., Drain and discard brine. Rinse turkey under cold water; pat dry. Place cooked apple mixture, rosemary and sage in turkey cavity. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together., Place turkey breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Rub with oil and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2-3/4 to 3-1/4 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.) Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before carving; discard apple mixture and herbs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 538 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 245mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 72g protein.
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Faith Wall
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too complicated for me, but I still managed to make a delicious turkey. The meat was juicy and the skin was crispy. I'll definitely be making this again!
Afzaal Shah
[email protected]This is my go-to turkey recipe. It's simple to follow and always turns out delicious. The turkey is moist and flavorful, and the skin is perfectly crispy.
Jilan Hendrex
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more herbs and spices. Otherwise, the turkey was cooked well.
Nicholine Prince
[email protected]I've been using this recipe for years and it never disappoints. The turkey always comes out juicy and flavorful, and the gravy is amazing. Highly recommend!
Ramy Mohsen
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family's Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge hit. The turkey was cooked perfectly and the gravy was delicious. Everyone loved it!
ellamc awesome
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The turkey was dry and tough, and the gravy was lumpy. I'm never making this again.
Saju gaming
[email protected]This turkey recipe is a must-try! The turkey was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the crispy skin was out of this world. I highly recommend it!
Anthony Tieku
[email protected]I thought this recipe was just okay. The turkey was cooked well, but it lacked flavor. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Eddie Soueidy
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The turkey was so moist and juicy, and the skin was perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making this again!
Jordyn A
[email protected]The turkey was a bit dry, but the gravy was excellent. I think I'll try this recipe again with a different cooking method.
Okafor Chidinma
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I prefer simpler recipes that don't require a lot of ingredients or steps.
Volha Melgaard
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was moist and flavorful, and the crispy skin was to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.
Allen mpamulungi
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was cooked to perfection and the gravy was delicious. I'm definitely making this again for my next holiday dinner.
Noel mitchell
[email protected]I followed the recipe to a T, but my turkey came out dry and bland. Not sure what went wrong, but I was disappointed.
Md Faruk
[email protected]Not bad! The turkey was cooked evenly and the seasoning was on point. However, I think it could have used a little more butter to make the skin even crispier.
Stacy66_bread Duran
[email protected]I'll be honest, I wasn't expecting much from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The turkey turned out great and it was a hit at our Christmas dinner.
Zohaib Haider
[email protected]This recipe made my Thanksgiving dinner a huge success. The turkey was a showstopper and everyone raved about it. Thank you for sharing!
christian morales
[email protected]I've tried countless turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The golden brown skin was perfectly crispy and the meat was moist and tender. Simply amazing!
Aamsi Aamsi
[email protected]This turkey recipe is fail-proof! It came out so juicy and flavorful. Even my picky kids loved it.