Roast Turkey with Molasses Glaze Recipe

Name: Roast Turkey with Molasses Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 lb.) fresh turkey; 1 tbsp. sage, chopped; 1 tbsp. thyme, chopped; Salt and fresh pepper, to taste; 2 onions, chopped; 3 carrots, chopped; 2 ribs celery, chopped; 3 tbsp. molasses; 3 tbsp. soy sauce; 1 tbsp. dijon mustard

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 325F.
2
Rinse the turkey inside and out with cold water.
3
Dry thoroughly with paper towels.
4
Season inside and out with sage, thyme, salt and pepper.
5
Stuff turkey loosely with your favorite stuffing and truss.
6
Place the turkey in a roasting pan with the chopped vegetables and place in the center of the oven.
7
In a bowl, whisk the molasses, soy and mustard together.
8
During the last 2 hours of roasting, baste the turkey every 20 to 30 minutes with the molasses mixture.
9
The skin will become dark.
10
Tent with foil, if necessary.
11
The turkey should take approximately 4-1/2 hours to cook.
12
Let the turkey rest for 20 to 25 minutes before carving.

118

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 (16 lb.) fresh turkey, 1 tbsp. sage, chopped, 1 tbsp. thyme, chopped, Salt and fresh pepper, to taste, and more.

Yes, Roast Turkey with Molasses Glaze 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Roast Turkey with Molasses Glaze

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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