Thanksgiving Turkey
Directions
- 1Combine paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, coarse black pepper, coarse salt, celery seed (optional), Cajun seasoning, and red chili flakes in a bowl and mix well.
- 2In another bowl, combine softened butter, chopped parsley, rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, and some of the seasoning blend.
- 3Separate the skin from the breast and legs of the turkey.
- 4Stuff the butter mixture under the turkey skin.
- 5Apply the remaining butter mixture on the outside of the turkey.
- 6Drizzle olive oil over the turkey and rub it in.
- 7Season the outside of the turkey with the remaining seasoning blend, ensuring to cover the bottom as well.
- 8Stuff the turkey cavity with aromatics like celery, carrots, onion, petite potatoes, thyme, sage, rosemary, lemon, and garlic.
- 9Place the turkey in a baking pan with the aromatics.
- 10Cover the pan with foil.
- 11Bake in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 2 hours and 25 minutes, or until the turkey breast reaches 145°F (63°C).
- 12Remove the foil, baste the turkey with its juices.
- 13Return the turkey to the oven uncovered at 450°F (232°C) for 30 minutes, or until the breast reaches 150°F (66°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- 14Let the turkey rest for 20-25 minutes before carving.
- 15Carve the turkey and serve.
Ingredients
- 2 Tsp Paprika
- 1.25 Tbsp Onion powder
- 1.25 Tbsp Garlic powder
- 1.5 tsp Coarse Black pepper
- 2 Tsp Coarse Salt
- 1.5 tsp Celery Seed
- 1 Tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- 1 tsp Red Chili Flakes
- 13 lbs Turkey
- 2 sticks Unsalted Butter
- 5 Cloves Minced Garlic
- 1 Sprig Thyme
- 0.66 Cup Chopped Parsley
- 1 Sprig Rosemary
- 4 Tbsp Seasoning Blend
- Oil
- 3 Celery
- 3 Carrots
- 1 Large Yellow Onion
- 2 Lbs Petite Potatoes (Red & Gold)
- 3 Sprigs Thyme
- 1 Sprig Sage
- 2 Sprigs Rosemary
- 1 Whole Lemon
- 1 Head Garlic
Equipment
BowlSpoonCutting boardKnifeBaking panFoilOvenMeat thermometerBasting toolSpatula
Tips
- Let the turkey rest for 20-25 minutes after cooking to ensure it's juicy.
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