Whole Turkey Recipes
Make Thanksgiving or any occasion an effortlessly elegant event with our collection of whole turkey recipes that include classic takes and creative riffs on this holiday favorite.
Grilled Whole Turkey
1-12 pound whole turkey
2 cups water
3 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon chopped parsley
1 teaspoon paprika ...
How to Grill a Whole Turkey
What could be more appealing than the crisp skin and juicy interior of perfectly grilled turkey? Why does it seem so hard to achieve?
1 whole turkey breast on the bone (about 6-1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil ...
6. A whole turkey is done when the temperature reaches 180°F. The thigh juices should run clear (not pink) when pierced with a fork and the leg joint should move freely.
To thaw a whole turkey in the refrigerator, you allow 1 day for every four or five pounds, so we'd set aside two days for such a large turkey breast. It may not take the whole time, but it's better to have it thoroughly thawed than icy in the middle.
When you purchase a whole turkey, chicken, or other type of poultry carcass, the giblets will often be sealed in a plastic bag that is placed inside the carcass's cavity.
Notes: Markets often sell whole turkeys at bargain prices during the holidays, using them as loss leaders.
"People traditionally have thought of serving a whole turkey on special occasions, such as holidays," said Steve Lykken, senior vice president, retail division, Jennie-O Turkey Store Sales, LLC.
Frozen whole turkeys remain popular. Sliced turkey is frequently used as a sandwich meat or served as cold cuts. Ground turkey is sold just as ground beef, and is frequently marketed as a healthy beef substitute.
Roast Turkey is a meat recipe created of whole turkey, unsalted butter softened, some salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, turkey stock, and prepared stuffing.
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Try rubbing the blend on whole turkey or the breast before roasting. Rub beef, lamb or veal with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then press the herb blend into the meat.
Zacahuil A gigantic tamal, often filled with a suckling pig or whole turkeys, and cooked in a pit. Found mostly along the Gulf Coast in Tamaulipas, San Luis Potosí and Veracruz.
Sprinkle salt and pepper, if desired, over the top of the whole turkey. Add a dusting of garlic powder and onion powder. If you use onion salt, do not add additional salt. Coat the turkey with about one tablespoon of softened butter.
 See also: Turkey, Cooking, Roast, Temper, Stuff
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