Thanksgiving Turkey

Thanksgiving turkey is not just a centerpiece on the holiday table; it embodies the spirit of gathering, gratitude, and tradition. Typically roasted to a golden-brown perfection, this beloved bird is often seasoned with a medley of herbs and spices, infusing the air with delightful aromas that signal the arrival of Thanksgiving.

The ideal turkey is juicy and tender, with crispy skin that provides a satisfying crunch with every bite. Many families opt for stuffing, a savory blend of bread, vegetables, and spices that enhances both flavor and texture. Whether prepared with a traditional recipe passed down through generations or a modern twist, the stuffing serves as a perfect complement to the turkey’s rich taste.

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RECIPE​

Ingredients

• FRESH ROSEMARY                                 
• FRESH GARLIC (5 CLOVES)             
• FRESH THYME
• ONE LARGE ONION
• FRESH GREEN ONIONS (1 BUNCH)
• 2 LEMONS (FOR FULL ROASTING)   
• 1 STICK MARGERINE OR SALTED BUTTER
• POULTRY SEASONING                             
• SALT & PEPPER
• 1 CUP APPLE JUICE                             
• PORK BELLY
• 1/2 CUP WATER

Unwrap turkey-take neck and giblets out of cavity.  Rinse bird and dry with paper towels.   

Full Roast: 

1. Rub cavity with lemon-insert fresh herbs, garlic, onion.  Rub outside with butter, salt, pepper & poultry seasoning-place on rack breast side down. Place pork belly on top of bird. Pour apple juice & water in roasting pan.   
   
2. Use roasting chart for cooking time by weight of bird.  For last 45 min of roast, rotate birdcook at 400 to brown.  (Add juices to roasting pan if necessary). Let stand 20 minutes before carving.  Do not overbake 
   

Roast & Bake:

1.  Prepare bird to cook as above without liquid in pan.  Roast 45 minutes at 425-transfer to foil lined roasting pan with lid. Place bird breast side down with belly on top.  Put apple juice and water in roaster.
   
2. Cover reduce oven temp to 325, slow roast according to the size of bird’s package directions.  Be careful removing lid after baking- Carve Turkey Baste with Juices, wrap on platter to keep warm for guests. 

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