Foolproof Roast Turkey

Name: Foolproof Roast Turkey
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 16
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 1 leave bay; 16 servings black pepper; 16 servings carrot; 16 servings celery; 16 servings coriander; 16 servings extra virgin olive oil; 16 servings fennel seeds; 16 servings fresh thyme; 16 servings kosher salt; 16 servings leek; 16 servings onions; 16 servings red pepper flakes; 16 servings rosemary; 16 servings star anise; 16 servings sugar; 16 servings turkey; 16 servings giblets; 16 servings water

Foolproof Roast Turkey might be just the main course you are searching for. This gluten free and dairy free recipe serves 16. One serving contains 340 calories, 16g of protein, and 19g of fat. Only Head to the store and pick up thyme, pepper, leek, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the onions you could follow this main course with the Candy Corn Cupcakes as a dessert. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Thanksgiving. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

To make the brine, in a large stockpot, bring 1 gallon of the water to a boil. Stir in the salt and sugar until completely dissolved. Turn off the heat and add the onions, carrot, celery, leek, thyme, bay leaves, peppercorns, coriander and fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, and star anise, if using. Stir in the remaining 1 gallon cold water.

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Red Pepper Flakes

Fennel Seeds

Peppercorns

Bay Leaves

Star Anise

Coriander

Carrot

Celery

Onion

Brine

Sugar

Thyme

Water

Leek

Salt

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Pot

Let the brine cool completely, then refrigerate until cold.

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Brine

Rinse the turkey inside and out with cold water. Carefully place the turkey in the brine. To keep the turkey submerged in the brine, place a weight such as a heavy plate or pot lid on top of the bird. Refrigerate for 72 hours.

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Whole Turkey

Brine

Water

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Pot

Remove the turkey from the brine and pat dry (discard the brine).

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Whole Turkey

Brine

Place the turkey on a rack in a large roasting pan and rub all over with olive oil.

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Olive Oil

Whole Turkey

Dry Seasoning Rub

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Roasting Pan

Let sit for 1 hour to come to room temperature.

Preheat the oven to 425F.

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Oven

Roast until the turkey starts to brown, about 25 minutes. Turn down the oven to 350F and roast about 10 minutes per pound, for a total of 2 to 2 hours, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh reads 160F. As the turkey roasts, baste frequently with the pan juices, with the rosemary brush, if using. If the bird begins to darken too much, cover loosely with foil.

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Rosemary