SLOW-ROASTED HERITAGE TURKEY WITH ORANGE AND SAGE
Heritage turkeys have more dark meat and a gamier, richer flavor than broad-breasted factory birds; try one this holiday with a slow-roasted recipe from Canlis chef Jason Franey. For a complete meal, pair with his Sausage and Sage Un-Stuffing and Cranberry-Orange Jam.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Turkey Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- One day before roasting turkey, salt cavity. Prick oranges all over with the tines of a fork and stuff inside turkey cavity along with sage. Using a 3-foot-long piece of kitchen twine, loop in half over the neck and pull under the back, crossing twine. Pull twine between legs and breasts and flip bird over; tie drumsticks together tightly. Place turkey on a rimmed baking sheet, breast side up, and refrigerate uncovered overnight.
- Heat butter in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-low heat until melted and bubbling. Skim foam from top and let butter continue to cook until the milk solids sink to the bottom and begin to brown and become fragrant, about 30 minutes. Set a fine mesh sieve lined with a coffee liner over a metal container and strain butter into container. Let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate, covered, until ready to use. Reheat browned butter before using.
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Fit a roasting pan with a rack and transfer turkey to rack; season with salt and pepper. Let stand 15 minutes.
- Brush turkey with some of the browned butter and transfer to oven. Roast, rotating every hour and brushing with browned butter, for 2 hours.
- Using an instant-read thermometer, check temperature of turkey by inserting into the largest part of the thigh. Continue cooking turkey until it reaches 140 degrees on instant-read thermometer, 1 to 1 1/2 hours more. Remove turkey from oven and let stand 30 minutes; increase oven temperature to 475 degrees.
- Drain fat from roasting pan and clean rack. Place turkey on clean rack and return to oven. Cook, turning frequently, until skin is browned and crispy, 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 20 minutes before carving. Serve.
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Beauty Maria
[email protected]I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is definitely the best. The slow-roasting method ensured that the turkey was cooked perfectly, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone lo
Sunday Thomas
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious citrusy flavor. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make turkey.
BADOU GAMER
[email protected]I'm not a fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The orange and sage flavors really elevated the flavor of the turkey, and it was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ben Daniel
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The turkey was dry and overcooked, and the orange and sage flavors were barely noticeable. I won't be making this recipe again.
Anthony Tobi
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was so flavorful and moist, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious citrusy flavor. I'll definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Abdullah Mugal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The orange and sage flavors really elevated the flavor of the turkey, and it was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.
Arnold Anosike
[email protected]I made this recipe for Christmas dinner, and it was a huge success! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious citrusy flavor. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make turk
Hani Alhrazi
[email protected]This recipe was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! The turkey was cooked to perfection, and the orange and sage flavors were a perfect complement to the turkey. I'll definitely be making this again next year.
Una Unarine
[email protected]I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is definitely the best. The slow-roasting method ensured that the turkey was cooked perfectly, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone lo
Jamie Waite
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious citrusy flavor. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make turkey.
Dolgoon dol
[email protected]I was really looking forward to trying this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The turkey was dry and overcooked, and the orange and sage flavors were barely noticeable. I won't be making this recipe again.
Saima Mweuli
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was so flavorful and moist, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious citrusy flavor. I'll definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Christopher Vanlandingham
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The orange and sage flavors really elevated the flavor of the turkey, and it was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.
Lindiwe Mosutha
[email protected]I've made this recipe twice now, and it's become my go-to turkey recipe. It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the orange and sage give it a delicious citrusy flavor.
realeboha makamole
[email protected]The orange and sage flavors were a bit too subtle for my taste, but the turkey was still very moist and tender. Overall, a good recipe, but I would probably add a bit more seasoning next time.
Elijah Eller
[email protected]My first time making a turkey, so I was a little nervous, but it turned out amazing! Thanks to this recipe, I was able to pull off a beautiful and delicious dish that my whole family loved.
TheMaskHidesMe
[email protected]I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The slow-roasting method ensured that the turkey was cooked perfectly, and the orange and sage gave it a delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone lookin
tina lease
[email protected]This turkey recipe is a winner! The orange and sage flavors complemented each other perfectly, and the meat was incredibly moist and tender. My family raved about it, and I'll definitely be making it again for Thanksgiving.