Foolproof Turkey(Herb-Marinated Turkey And Gravy) Recipe

Name: Foolproof Turkey(Herb-Marinated Turkey And Gravy)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 quarts water; 2 c coarse salt; 1 c brown sugar; 1 bunch fresh thyme; 4 crushed garlic cloves; 3 Tbsp cracked black peppercorns; 12 to 15 lb turkey; 4 whole carrots; 4 whole celery stalks; 2 large sliced onions; 1 c canned chicken broth; 2 Tbsp olive oil; 4 Tbsp butter; 1/4 c flour; 1/4 c heavy cream (can use evaporated milk); 1/2 tsp pepper

Servings: persons

10 quarts water
2 c coarse salt
1 c brown sugar
1 bunch fresh thyme
4 crushed garlic cloves
3 Tbsp cracked black peppercorns
12 to 15 lb turkey
4 whole carrots
4 whole celery stalks
2 large sliced onions
1 c canned chicken broth
2 Tbsp olive oil
4 Tbsp butter
1/4 c flour
1/4 c heavy cream (can use evaporated milk)
1/2 tsp pepper

1
Stir together water, salt, brown sugar in a large pot until salt and sugar dissolve. Add in 1 bunch fresh thyme, garlic, black peppercorns and a 12 to 15 lb turkey. Refrigerate 12 to 18 hours. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2
Drain turkey, discard marinade. Tuck wings under turkey, tie legs together.
3
Place the carrots, celery, onions and 1 c canned chicken broth in a large roasting pan.
4
Rub turkey with olive oil, place on top of vegetables in pan and roast for 3 to 3 1/2 hours until thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 180 degrees.
5
Cover turkey loosely with foil if
6
browning too quickly. Discard vegetables, pour pan juices into a large measuring cup and add more chicken broth to make 4 cups.
7
Melt 4 Tbsp butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in broth mixture, heavy cream and pepper.
8
Bring to a boil and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened. Makes 16 servings.

1422

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

118

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 quarts water, 2 c coarse salt, 1 c brown sugar, 1 bunch fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Foolproof Turkey(Herb-Marinated Turkey And Gravy) 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.

Foolproof Turkey(Herb-Marinated Turkey And Gravy)

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