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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
1/2 cup butter
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
black pepper
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
diced dried apple
2 tablespoons fresh sage
caramelized onions
1 leek
fresh thyme
1/3 cup flour
vermouth

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

Start with a whole roasted turkey and prepare the stuffing with diced stale bread, dried apple, fresh sage, and chicken stock.

2

Preheat the oven to 325°F.

3

Diced leek is placed in the roasting pan to elevate the turkey.

4

Smear 1/2 cup of butter over the turkey for basting during roasting.

5

Season the turkey with salt and pepper.

6

Roast the turkey uncovered, basting every 20 minutes, for about 20 minutes per pound.

7

Check the internal temperature of the turkey at three spots: center of the breast (170°F), thigh (180°F), and center of the stuffing (165°F).

8

Let the turkey rest after removing it from the oven before slicing.

9

Strain the juices from the roasting pan to make gravy.

10

Deglaze the pan with vermouth, then add fat from the pan and 1/3 cup of flour to thicken the gravy.

11

Add chicken stock to the gravy mixture, whisking to avoid lumps.

Cooking Techniques

bastingroasting

Equipment Needed

roasting paninstant-read thermometerwooden spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Thanksgiving TurkeyHoliday Turkey

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