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Hands down, best way to ever make turkey! Wish I knew about this technique sooner!

Hands down, best way to ever make turkey! Wish I knew about this technique sooner!


Planning a holiday feast? Elevate your celebration with a perfectly roasted turkey cooked in a plastic bag. This method promises juicy and flavorful results, making it a centerpiece that steals the show. Read on for a step-by-step guide and expert tips.

Ingredients:

QUANTITY INGREDIENT
1 whole turkey (12-24 pounds), fully thawed
1 oven-safe plastic bag
2/3 cup butter, softened
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage blend)
4 minced garlic cloves
1 white onion, roughly chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
2 carrots, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon flour

Pro Tip: Allow one day of thawing in the fridge for every 5 pounds of your turkey.

Instructions:

  1. Thaw the Turkey:
    • Ensure your turkey is fully thawed in the refrigerator, allowing one day for every 5 pounds.
  2. Prepare the Herbed Butter:
    • In a bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, and the dried herb blend (thyme, rosemary, sage). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Prep the Turkey:
    • Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey.
    • Secure the wings by tucking them under.
    • Massage the herbed butter mixture all over the turkey, ensuring an even coating.
  4. Prepare the Bag:
    • Dust the inside of the oven-safe plastic bag with flour to prevent sticking.
  5. Assemble in the Bag:
    • Place the herbed and buttered turkey into the prepared bag.
    • Add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots to the bag.
  6. Seal the Bag:
    • Seal the plastic bag, ensuring it’s airtight.
    • Pierce a few slits in the bag to allow steam to escape during cooking.
  7. Set Up for Roasting:
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    • Adjust the oven rack to just below the center.
  8. Roasting Time:
    • Roast the turkey based on its size:
      • 12-15 lbs: 2-2.5 hours
      • 15-20 lbs: 2.5-3 hours
      • 20-24 lbs: 3-3.5 hours
    • Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  9. Rest and Serve:
    • Allow the turkey to rest for 20 minutes after cooking.
    • Carefully remove it from the bag and place it on a serving platter.
  10. Enjoy:
    • Indulge in the rich flavors of this specially roasted turkey, making it the centerpiece of a joyful holiday gathering.
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Comments

  1. moe20 November 2023 at 17:59

    I only thing I don't like is that u don't get the same juices as traditional baking

    ReplyDelete
  2. Unknown21 November 2023 at 05:19

    Can you stuff it and cook it in the bag?

    ReplyDelete

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