Maple Roasted Turkey Recipe

Name: Maple Roasted Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup unsalted butter, room temp; 20 fresh sage leaves, finely chopped; kosher salt; pepper, freshly ground; 1 (12 -14 lb) fresh whole turkey; 2 cups chicken stock; 2 cups white wine; 10 white pearl onions; 1 cup pure maple syrup; 8 slices thick smoked bacon

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 and remove top rack.
2
Combine butter, sage, and 1/2 t salt.
3
Mix well.
4
Wash turkey and pat dry.
5
Sprinkle the cavity and skin of the turkey liberally with salt and pepper.
6
Using your fingers (or a chopstick works well) gently separate the skin from the breast and legs and massage the sage butter underneath the skin.
7
Place a rack into a roasting pan.
8
Spray the rack with cooking spray.
9
Place the turkey breast side down on the rack.
10
Pour the chicken stock and wine into the pan.
11
Put the onions in the bottom of the pan and put in the oven for 1 hour.
12
After the turkey has cooked for 1 hour, remove 1/4 cup of the juices from the pan and add it to the maple syrup in a small mixing bowl.
13
Baste the turkey with the maple glaze.
14
Cook for 30 minutes and baste again.
15
Cook for another 30 minutes and remove from oven.
16
Carefully turn the turkey over so that the breast is now face up.
17
Baste with maple glaze and then lay the 8 strips of bacon over the breast.
18
Put turkey back in the oven.
19
Continue to roast, basting every 30 minutes, until an instant read thermometer inserted into the meatiest part of the thigh registers 170 degrees.
20
(The thigh juices will also run clear when pricked with a knife).
21
When done, transfer turkey to cutting board and let rest for 20 minutes before carving.
22
This will let the juices settle back into the meat.

1029

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup unsalted butter, room temp, 20 fresh sage leaves, finely chopped, kosher salt, pepper, freshly ground, and more.

Yes, Maple Roasted 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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Maple Roasted Turkey

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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