Christmas will be here soon, and it is time to search for the ultimate olde worlde roast turkey recipe. Well, look no further, you have come to the right place.
You must first thaw the turkey. Think ahead for this step, because every 5 lbs. Of turkey requires 24 hours of thaw time in the refrigerator. Using the refrigerator to thaw is the best way, and will prevent bacteria from growing or spreading.
OK, now it is time for the fun part. The turkey cavity will be filled with the neck and giblets. Remove those before preparing the bird. After the turkey has been thoroughly washed, coat the skin of the bird and the cavity with unsalted and softened butter. You can use basic seasoning as well, if you choose to.
Place the turkey in a cooking pan, breast side up. A shallow pan is best, and a dark pan is better than a shiny pan, as it will reduce cooking time. If you choose to stuff the turkey, do so just before putting the bird in the over. Add a few cups of turkey stock to the bottom of the pan to keep it moist.
You might decide to cover the turkey for cooking. If the traditional roasteding pan includes a lid, use it. You can also make a tent using aluminum foil, or buy a traditionaling bag. Paper shopping bags are not advisable, since some bags are recycled and might contain unwanted substances.
Your oven should be preheated to 325 degrees. You can select a higher temperature if you choose. After placing the turkey in the oven, it is important to baste the turkey every 30 minutes. Did you decide to add a cover or roasting bag? If you did, remove it after the turkey has cooked for 2 hours. Cooking times are different depending on where you live. For the best advice, ask the butcher at your grocery store.
Well, there you have it, a simple and wonderful traditional turkey recipe that will bring joy to your entire family.
You must first thaw the turkey. Think ahead for this step, because every 5 lbs. Of turkey requires 24 hours of thaw time in the refrigerator. Using the refrigerator to thaw is the best way, and will prevent bacteria from growing or spreading.
OK, now it is time for the fun part. The turkey cavity will be filled with the neck and giblets. Remove those before preparing the bird. After the turkey has been thoroughly washed, coat the skin of the bird and the cavity with unsalted and softened butter. You can use basic seasoning as well, if you choose to.
Place the turkey in a cooking pan, breast side up. A shallow pan is best, and a dark pan is better than a shiny pan, as it will reduce cooking time. If you choose to stuff the turkey, do so just before putting the bird in the over. Add a few cups of turkey stock to the bottom of the pan to keep it moist.
You might decide to cover the turkey for cooking. If the traditional roasteding pan includes a lid, use it. You can also make a tent using aluminum foil, or buy a traditionaling bag. Paper shopping bags are not advisable, since some bags are recycled and might contain unwanted substances.
Your oven should be preheated to 325 degrees. You can select a higher temperature if you choose. After placing the turkey in the oven, it is important to baste the turkey every 30 minutes. Did you decide to add a cover or roasting bag? If you did, remove it after the turkey has cooked for 2 hours. Cooking times are different depending on where you live. For the best advice, ask the butcher at your grocery store.
Well, there you have it, a simple and wonderful traditional turkey recipe that will bring joy to your entire family.
About the Author:
With Thanksgiving approaching, it is time to think about the best roast turkey recipe and I prefer a traditional recipe, with traditional presentation, which includes a classic turkey gravy boat to present the traditional gravy made the old fashioned way.
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