Basic Roast Turkey – a delicious recipe with turkey. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Meat & Poultry
Servings:persons
1
Remove giblets and neck from turkey; reserve for other uses. Rinse turkey thoroughly with cold water; pat dry.
2
Close cavity of turkey with skewers. Tie ends of legs to tail with string or tuck them under band of skin at tail. Lift wingtips up and over back, tucking under bird securely.
3
Place turkey, breast side up, on a rack in a roasting pan. Insert meat thermometer in breast or meaty part of thigh, making sure it does not touch bone. Cover turkey lightly with aluminum foil. Bake at 325u00b0 for 3 1/2 hours; remove aluminum foil. Cut the string or band of skin holding the drumstick ends to the tail; this will ensure that the inside of the thighs are cooked. Bake an additional 30 minutes until drumsticks are easy to move or meat thermometer registers 185u00b0.
4
Transfer turkey to serving platter. Let stand 15 minutes before carving.
47
kcal
Calories
2
g
Fat
7
g
Protein
FatProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 1 ingredient. The key ingredients include: 1 (11 1/2- to 12-pound) turkey.
Yes, Basic Roast Turkey falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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