OPRAH'S TURKEY

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I got this recipe from an episode of Oprah several years ago. I've made this many times and always get rave reviews.

Provided by Jen Geelen

Categories     Turkey

Time 6h30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

MARINADE
1 1/2 c dijon mustard
3/4 c soy sauce
3/4 c fresh lemon juice (keeps the rinds)
TURKEY
15 lb turkey
2 bunch poultry herbs
2-3 c hot water or chicken stock

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350
  • 2. Combine marinade ingredients; whisk until smooth.
  • 3. Clean out turkey. Rinse well inside and out. Pat dry.
  • 4. Place 1 bunch of herbs in pan. Place turkey in pan. Pour marinade over turkey. Stuff cavity with lemon rinds and rest of herbs. Insert thermometer in thickest part of breast. Cover with foil and bake for 2 hours.
  • 5. After 2 hours, add hot water or stock to the bottom of pan. Stir to make gravy for basting. Baste and cover with foil. Roast another 30 min and repeat basting process. Continue basting every 15 min until thermometer reaches 180-185. Approximately 3-4 hours.
  • 6. Let rest 15-20 min before carving.

Rs Riyad Mahmud
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This turkey is amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Bob Hills
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I've been cooking turkeys for years and this is the best recipe I've ever used.


faizan abid
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This turkey was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone loved it.


Shahjahan Nohani
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe made me a believer. It was so good!


Jeff Sadeghi
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This recipe is a game-changer. My turkey has never been so good.


Mustafa Blkatach
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A keeper recipe! So flavorful and moist.


Yuna San
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Easy to follow recipe. Turkey came out perfect.


Shakeel 169
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Delicious! Will definitely make again.


Liyu Waktole
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This turkey is so moist and juicy. I highly recommend it!


Autumn Galloway
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can use different herbs and spices to create different flavor profiles. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


sorin popovici
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This was my first time cooking a turkey and it turned out beautifully! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the turkey was cooked to perfection.


Mukose abdu
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I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's easy to follow and the results are always perfect.


Sadhin Islam
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This turkey recipe is fantastic! The meat was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. My family raved about it.