Turkey.....Tyler'S Florence Maple Roasted Turkey

Name: Turkey.....Tyler'S Florence Maple Roasted Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 lb) whole turkey; 1 cup butter; 1/2 bunch fresh sage, chopped; 1 pinch sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 large chopped onion; 1 loaf cornbread; 1 egg; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup maple syrup; 8 slices smoked bacon

Servings: persons

1 (12 lb) whole turkey
1 cup butter
1/2 bunch fresh sage, chopped
1 pinch sea salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 large chopped onion
1 loaf cornbread
1 egg
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup maple syrup
8 slices smoked bacon

1
Combine 2 sticks of butter, half of the bunch of sage, pepper and a pinch of sea salt in a bowl set aside. In a sauce pan saute' the chopped onion in half of the sage butter until golden. Mix onion, sage butter with the loaf of corn bread that has been torn and broken apart into large crumbs.
2
Mix in 1 beaten egg, 1/2 cup cream and chicken broth to moisten. Season with pepper and salt. Set Aside!
3
Rinse the Turkey off inside and out, pat dry. Sprinkle the turkey inside and out with salt and pepper. Very carefully run your fingers under the skin, starting at the breast and working your way to the back of the turkey. With the rest of the sage butter smear it under the skin all over the turkey.
4
Stuff the turkey and roast at 350 for 30 minutes. Add 1 cup chicken broth to the pan. Mix 1/2 cup maple syrup with 2 tablespoons of hot water. Baste the turkey with the syrup every 30 minutes for 1 1/2 hours.
5
Cover the turkey with the 8 bacon strips starting across the breast and work your way back. Roast until the thigh meat reaches 175 this should take about 1 to 1 1/2 hours longer.

1175

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 (12 lb) whole turkey, 1 cup butter, 1/2 bunch fresh sage, chopped, 1 pinch sea salt, and more.

Yes, Turkey.....Tyler'S Florence 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!