TANGERINE-GLAZED TURKEY
A technique passed down from generations-drenching cheesecloth in melted butter and oil, then draping the cloth over the turkey before roasting-helps give the bird beautiful golden-brown skin. The technique also results in juicy, moist breast meat.-Jeanne Horn, Duluth, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h15m
Yield 14 servings (4 cups gravy).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Remove giblets from turkey; cover and refrigerate for gravy. Pat turkey dry; place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Rub softened butter over turkey., In a large saucepan, melt cubed butter; stir in oil. Saturate a four-layered 17-in. square of cheesecloth in butter mixture; drape over turkey., Add tangerine juice to remaining butter mixture. Bake turkey, uncovered, 3 hours; baste with tangerine juice mixture every 30 minutes, keeping cheesecloth moist at all times. , Remove and discard cheesecloth. Bake turkey 45 minutes to 1-1/4 hours longer or until a thermometer inserted in the thigh reads 170°-175°, basting occasionally with pan drippings. Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly., Remove turkey to a serving platter; cover and let stand 20 minutes before carving. Pour drippings and loosened brown bits into a measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 1/3 cup. Add enough broth to remaining drippings to measure 4 cups., For gravy, chop reserved giblets. In a large saucepan, saute giblets in reserved fat until browned. Stir in flour until blended; gradually stir in broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with turkey.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 684 calories, Fat 39g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 263mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 73g protein.
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Ch Sab
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The glaze is so flavorful and the turkey is always moist and juicy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Rayhan Perbez
[email protected]I was looking for a new turkey recipe to try for Thanksgiving this year, and I'm so glad I found this one. The tangerine glaze is amazing, and the turkey was cooked perfectly. My family loved it!
Manual Gomez
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. The glaze is absolutely delicious, and the turkey is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.
Aarav
[email protected]I've tried a lot of different turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The tangerine glaze is so flavorful and unique, and it really makes the turkey stand out. I always get rave reviews when I make this recipe.
Jeremy Carnithan
[email protected]This is my go-to turkey recipe for Thanksgiving. The glaze is always a crowd-pleaser, and the turkey is always cooked perfectly. I love that this recipe is relatively easy to make, even for a beginner cook.
Maria's math care
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The tangerine glaze is so unique and delicious, and it really makes the turkey stand out. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new and exciting way to cook turkey.
Leandre Brits
[email protected]I made this recipe for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success! The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Dakota Yazzie
[email protected]The glaze on this turkey was incredible. It was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and it really complemented the turkey. The turkey itself was also cooked perfectly, and it was so moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to
Kristy Jackson
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The tangerine glaze is amazing and the turkey was cooked perfectly. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a feast. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Malik Abdul Razzaq Khar
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about using tangerines to glaze a turkey, but I was pleasantly surprised. The glaze was delicious and the turkey was moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.
Meekz 5789
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I have ever tried! The tangerine glaze is so unique and delicious, and it really takes the turkey to the next level. I highly recommend this recipe.
Dean Spencer
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my turkey came out perfect. The glaze was just the right amount of sweetness and tanginess, and the turkey was moist and flavorful. My family loved it!
Mary Martin
[email protected]This tangerine-glazed turkey was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The glaze was tangy and sweet, and the turkey was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again next year.