JUICY ROAST TURKEY
I can't wait to serve this juicy turkey at Thanksgiving-so I make it several times throughout the year. The aroma that wafts through the house as it bakes is almost as mouthwatering as the bird itself. -Terrie Herman, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h50m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Brush over turkey. Place turkey on a platter. Cover and refrigerate for 1-24 hours. , Preheat oven to 325°. Place turkey on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, breast side up. Add the onion, celery and parsley to turkey cavity. Tuck wings under turkey; tie drumsticks together. Arrange bacon over top of turkey breast. Spread butter over turkey. Pour broth and water into pan., Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°, 3-1/2 to 4 hours, basting occasionally. Remove turkey from oven. If desired, remove and discard bacon. Tent with foil; let stand 20 minutes before carving. If desired, skim fat and thicken pan drippings for gravy. Serve with turkey.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 29g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 219mg cholesterol, Sodium 594mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 62g protein.
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Isaiah Chidinma Goodness
[email protected]I made this roast for a special occasion and it was a hit! The meat was cooked perfectly and the gravy was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe.
gamer_i
[email protected]This roast was easy to make and turned out great. The meat was tender and the gravy was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Fatuma Mahammedsalih
[email protected]I've made this roast several times now and it always turns out great. The meat is tender and the gravy is flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Lyn Londo
[email protected]This roast was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I will try cooking it with a lower temperature for a longer period of time next time.
Stephen Kpenikpang
[email protected]I made this roast for a special occasion and it was a hit! The meat was cooked perfectly and the gravy was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe.
hulda flores
[email protected]This roast was easy to make and turned out great. The meat was tender and the gravy was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Md Chy
[email protected]I've made this roast several times now and it always turns out great. The meat is tender and the gravy is flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Welile Prinsloo Mahlatshana
[email protected]This roast was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I will try cooking it with a lower temperature for a longer period of time next time.
Bimala Mgr
[email protected]I made this roast for a special occasion and it was a hit! The meat was cooked perfectly and the gravy was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe.
Md Mosharof Hossen Ariyan
[email protected]This roast was easy to make and turned out great. The meat was tender and the gravy was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Owin Cruz
[email protected]I've made this roast several times now and it never disappoints. The meat is always tender and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and savory. I highly recommend this recipe.
Md Kolim Uddin
[email protected]This roast was a bit more work to prepare than I expected, but it was well worth the effort. The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and the gravy was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Alba Alvarenga
[email protected]I made this roast for my family last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the meat was cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend this recipe.
maisie thom
[email protected]This roast was absolutely delicious! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.