Turkey In A Bowl Recipe

Name: Turkey In A Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bulb of garlic; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 18 lbs whole turkey; 3 tablespoons butter, softened; 2 lemons, Zested; 1 tablespoon thyme, minced (or 2 1/2 teaspoons dried); 1 tablespoon sage, minced (or 2 1/2 teaspoons dried); 2 teaspoons paprika; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

1
Heat an oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Place the garlic bulb on a cutting board and slice off the very top to expose the garlic.
3
Drizzle with olive oil.
4
Wrap the bulb in foil and place in the oven for 30 minutes.
5
Remove the garlic from the oven and squeeze out the soft garlic cloves into a bowl.
6
Add the softened butter, herbs and spices.
7
Stir to combine.
8
Rub the turkey with the butter mixture under the skin and over it.
9
If your turkey is extra large you may need to double the butter.
10
Place the turkey breast side down in a 20 QT stainless steel bowl.
11
Cover tightly with foil and bake for 1 hour a pound at 250 degrees, up to 15 hours.
12
Carefully remove from the oven and remove the liquid to a gravy fat separator.
13
Pour the drippings into a pan over medium high heat.
14
Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl.
15
Once the drippings are simmering, whisk in the cornstarch mixture until smooth and thick. If you don't need all of the slurry don't use it, or make more if you ended up with a lot of drippings.
16
Remove the turkey from the bowl to a platter, no need to cut as it's all shredded.
17
Enjoy!

4057

kcal

Calories

156

Fat

Carbs

595

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bulb of garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 18 lbs whole turkey, 3 tablespoons butter, softened, and more.

Yes, Turkey In A Bowl 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!

Turkey In A Bowl

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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