ORANGE-GLAZED TURKEY

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I've used this recipe for our Thanksgiving meal for years. Everyone loves the flavor the orange marmalade gives the turkey.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h50m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
2 teaspoons dried savory
2 teaspoons rubbed sage
1 turkey (18 to 20 pounds)
2 medium pears, thinly sliced
1 large onion, quartered
1 celery rib, quartered
1/2 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup orange marmalade
3/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, savory and sage. Rub 1 tablespoon of seasoning mixture in turkey cavity. Place the pears, onion and celery in turkey cavity; tie drumsticks together. Place, breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Combine butter and remaining seasoning mixture; brush over turkey. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 3-1/4 to 3-1/2 hours. , Meanwhile, combine orange marmalade, orange juice and honey in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Set aside and keep warm. When turkey begins to brown, cover lightly with a tent of foil. Bake 1 hour longer or until thermometer reads 180°, brushing occasionally with the orange glaze. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before carving. Thicken pan juices for gravy if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 233mg cholesterol, Sodium 437mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 65g protein.

Riaz Sohail
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Thank you for sharing this recipe! I'm so excited to try it out.


Bryden Marshall
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This is the best orange glazed turkey recipe I've ever tried. It's moist and flavorful, and the glaze is perfectly balanced.


Amukaa Hubbi
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I've made this orange glazed turkey several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Evah P
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This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. The orange glaze is a real game-changer.


Simi Gold
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Orange glazed turkey sounds like a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. I'll have to give it a try soon.


Zahir Jan
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe might just change my mind. The orange glaze sounds amazing!


Sana soomro Sana soomro
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This orange glazed turkey looks delicious! I can't wait to try it for myself.


Sandy Wood
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I followed the recipe exactly and my turkey turned out great! The glaze was a little too sweet for my taste, but that's just a personal preference. Overall, I'm very happy with this recipe.


Anesha Eberahiym
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This was the best turkey I have ever made! The orange glaze was amazing, and the turkey was cooked to perfection. My family loved it!


mozi gamingYt
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This orange glazed turkey recipe was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was perfectly sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again next year.