Juicy Roast Turkey
Juicy Roast Turkey might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe serves 12. Watching your figure? This gluten free recipe has 595 calories, 60g of protein, and 38g of fat per serving. This recipe covers 32% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up pepper, onion, water, and a few other things to make it today. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Thanksgiving. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 3 hours and 50 minutes. If you like this recipe, you might also like recipes such as Juicy Roast Turkey, Juicy Roast Turkey Breast, and Juicy Roast Turkey with Maple Gravy.
Instructions
Combine the first six ingredients in a small bowl; stir to form a smooth paste.
Brush over inside and outside of turkey. Cover or place in a 2-gal. resealable plastic bag; refrigerate for 1-24 hours.
Place turkey on a rack in a large roasting pan.
Place the onion, celery and parsley inside turkey cavity.
Lay the bacon across breast.
Spread butter between legs and body. Tie drumsticks together.
Brush the turkey with oil.
Pour broth and water into pan.
Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 185°, basting frequently.
Remove from oven; discard bacon.
Let stand 20 minutes before carving. Thicken pan juices for gravy if desired.