The Best Simple Roast Turkey With Gravy Recipe

Name: The Best Simple Roast Turkey With Gravy Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole turkey, neck and giblets reserved, about 10 to 12 pounds (4.5 to 5kg) (see note); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon (15ml) vegetable oil; 1 large onion, roughly chopped; 1 large carrot, peeled and roughly chopped; 2 ribs celery, roughly chopped; 1 1/2 quarts (about 1.5L); or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon (5ml) soy sauce; 3 tablespoons (45g) butter; 1/4 cup (1 1/2 ounces) flour

Servings: persons

1 whole turkey, neck and giblets reserved, about 10 to 12 pounds (4.5 to 5kg) (see note)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon (15ml) vegetable oil
1 large onion, roughly chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and roughly chopped
2 ribs celery, roughly chopped
1 1/2 quarts (about 1.5L)
or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon (5ml) soy sauce
3 tablespoons (45g) butter
1/4 cup (1 1/2 ounces) flour

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Set oven rack to lowest position and place a baking stone or
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on it. Preheat oven to 500u00b0F (260u00b0C). Allow to preheat for at least 45 minutes before adding turkey. Meanwhile, rinse turkey and carefully pat dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper. (If turkey has been dry-brined, omit rinsing and salting steps; see note.) Set turkey breast side up in a
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over a foil-lined
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.
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Transfer rimmed baking sheet with turkey directly to baking stone. Immediately close oven and reduce oven temperature to 300u00b0F (150u00b0C). Roast until turkey is golden brown and deepest part of breast registers 150u00b0F (66u00b0C) on an instant-read thermometer and legs register at least 165u00b0F (74u00b0C), 3 to 4 hours total. (Check on turkey after 2 hours. If skin looks like it is not browning fast enough, turn on convection or increase oven temperature by 50u00b0F/10u00b0C.) Remove from oven and let rest at least 30 minutes before carving.
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While turkey is roasting, chop reserved turkey neck into 1-inch chunks with a cleaver. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add turkey neck, onion, carrot, and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until well browned, about 10 minutes total. Add stock, bay leaves, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 1 hour, then strain through a fine-mesh strainer. You should have a little over 1 quart of fortified stock; if not, add water or more chicken stock to equal 1 quart. Discard solids and set stock aside.
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Finely chop turkey gizzard and liver (if desired). Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped giblets and cook, stirring frequently, until just cooked through, about 1 minute. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Whisking constantly, add fortified broth in a thin, steady stream. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook until thickened and reduced to about 3 cups. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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and serve with gravy.

212

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole turkey, neck and giblets reserved, about 10 to 12 pounds (4.5 to 5kg) (see note), Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon (15ml) vegetable oil, 1 large onion, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, The Best Simple Roast Turkey With Gravy Recipe 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!