With Thanksgiving just around the corner everyone is looking for the tastiest roast turkey recipe. If this is the first time to roast a turkey, do not fret. It is much easyr than you imagine.
You must first thaw the turkey. Think ahead for this step, because every 5 lbs. Of turkey requires 24 hours of thaw time in the refrigerator. Using the refrigerator to thaw is the best way, and will prevent bacteria from growing or spreading.
After the thawing is complete, reach into the cavity of the turkey and take out the neck and giblets. Wash the turkey inside and out. Use softened, unsalted butter, and apply on the outside and inside the bird. Use salt and pepper to taste.
Place the turkey in a cooking pan, breast side up. A shallow pan is best, and a dark pan is better than a shiny pan, as it will reduce cooking time. If you choose to stuff the turkey, do so just before putting the bird in the over. Add a few cups of turkey stock to the bottom of the pan to keep it moist.
You might decide to cover the turkey for cooking. If the traditional roasteding pan includes a lid, use it. You can also make a tent using aluminum foil, or buy a roasting bag. Paper shopping bags are not advisable, since some bags are recycled and might contain unwanted substances.
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees or higher, and place the olde worlde roasting pan inside the oven. The turkey should be basted every 30 minutes, using the juices that collect in the pan. If you decided to cover the turkey, the cover should be removed after cooking for 2 hours. The amount of time for cooking a turkey will vary. For the most accurate cooking advice, ask the butcher at your local supermarket.
I told you it would be easy. Did you ever think you would find a old fashioned roast turkey recipe that would be and delicious? Lucky you!
You must first thaw the turkey. Think ahead for this step, because every 5 lbs. Of turkey requires 24 hours of thaw time in the refrigerator. Using the refrigerator to thaw is the best way, and will prevent bacteria from growing or spreading.
After the thawing is complete, reach into the cavity of the turkey and take out the neck and giblets. Wash the turkey inside and out. Use softened, unsalted butter, and apply on the outside and inside the bird. Use salt and pepper to taste.
Place the turkey in a cooking pan, breast side up. A shallow pan is best, and a dark pan is better than a shiny pan, as it will reduce cooking time. If you choose to stuff the turkey, do so just before putting the bird in the over. Add a few cups of turkey stock to the bottom of the pan to keep it moist.
You might decide to cover the turkey for cooking. If the traditional roasteding pan includes a lid, use it. You can also make a tent using aluminum foil, or buy a roasting bag. Paper shopping bags are not advisable, since some bags are recycled and might contain unwanted substances.
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees or higher, and place the olde worlde roasting pan inside the oven. The turkey should be basted every 30 minutes, using the juices that collect in the pan. If you decided to cover the turkey, the cover should be removed after cooking for 2 hours. The amount of time for cooking a turkey will vary. For the most accurate cooking advice, ask the butcher at your local supermarket.
I told you it would be easy. Did you ever think you would find a old fashioned roast turkey recipe that would be and delicious? Lucky you!
About the Author:
With Thanksgiving approaching, it is time to think about the best roast turkey recipe and I prefer a traditional recipe, with traditional presentation, which includes a classic turkey gravy boat to present the traditional gravy made the old fashioned way.
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