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Roast Turkey

Cultural Context

Roast turkey is a staple of Canadian Thanksgiving, celebrated on the second Monday in October, and is often associated with harvest festivals. The dish symbolizes gratitude and abundance, bringing families together for a festive meal. While traditional recipes are common, many modern variations include unique marinades and stuffing, reflecting regional tastes and preferences.

North AmericanCAmain
180 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
whole turkey
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 whole garlic
5 onions
4-5 stalks celery
1 cup butter
1 tablespoon rosemary
1 tablespoon thyme
1 tablespoon sage
1 orange
vegetable oil

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

whole turkey

💰Cheaper: turkey breast

Turkey breast is less expensive and easier to cook.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

1

Remove the extra fat from the turkey and clean it.

2

Rub the turkey with 1 tablespoon of salt and let it sit for 2-3 hours in the fridge.

3

Prepare a butter paste by mixing 1 cup of butter with chopped rosemary, thyme, sage, and minced garlic.

4

Apply the butter paste all over the turkey, ensuring to cover it completely.

5

Chop the onions and celery into large pieces and place them in the roasting pan.

6

Add the remaining garlic and vegetables to the pan.

7

Stuff the turkey with the chopped vegetables and any remaining butter mixture.

8

Tie the turkey legs together with kitchen twine to secure the stuffing.

9

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).

10

Place the turkey in the oven and roast it for 2 hours, basting it every 30 minutes with the juices from the pan.

11

After 2 hours, check the internal temperature and continue roasting until it reaches 165°F (74°C).

12

Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 30-40 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

bastingroasting

Equipment Needed

roasting pankitchen twinebasting brushcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Thanksgiving TurkeyHoliday Turkey

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