Do the Turkey Trot! - 110 recipes
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Citrus-Marinated Turkey
By á-174535

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Servings 12
Preparation time 30
Cooking time 320
- BRINED TURKEY:
- 1 gallon water
- 2 cups apple cider
- 2 cups kosher salt
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 (15-pound) fresh turkey (giblets and neck reserved)
- MARINADE:
- 10 roasted garlic cloves (see Note)
- 10 raw garlic cloves
- 1 3/4 cups plus 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons dried oregano
- 3 chipotles in adobo
- 2 tablespoons annatto paste (see Note)
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- TURKEY:
- 9 cups chicken or turkey stock or low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons canola oil
- Reserved turkey giblets and neck (liver discarded)
- 3 shallots, coarsely chopped
- 2 carrots, coarsely chopped
- 2 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
- 1 onion, coarsely chopped
- 10 roasted garlic cloves (see Note)
- 8 black peppercorns
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
Brining and marinating the bird make this recipe especially succulent, takes some effort but the results are amazin...
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Dry Brined-Herb Roasted Turkey

By ruthg
Skip the cumbersome wet brines that call for soaking turkey and making the skin flabby
- 3 tablespoons kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons rubbed sage
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 whole fresh or frozen turkey, thawed, 12 to 14 pounds
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
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- Kitchen string
- Vegetable cooking spray
Good Eats Roast Turkey

By ruthg
Get a super juicy and crispy turkey with this Good Eats Roast Turkey recipe
- BRINE:
- 1 (14 to 16-pounds) frozen young turkey
- 1 cup kosher salt
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 gallon vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 1 1/2 teaspoons allspice berries
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped candied ginger
- 1 gallon heavily iced water
- AROMATICS:
- 1 red apple, sliced
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 cup water
- 4 sprigs rosemary
- 6 leaves sage
- Canola oil
Cajun Brined Turkey Two Ways

By Booper-2
Add a kick to you bird this season with this Cajun Brined Turkey recipe, with instructions for the Big Green Egg or...
- 1/2 cup Spanish paprika
- 1/4 cup New Mexican chile powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chile de arbol
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
- 1 1/2 cups kosher salt
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 4 whole cloves garlic
- 2 fresh bay leaves
- 1 large Spanish onion, quartered
- 1 (12-pound) fresh turkey
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- Special equipment: 3 cups hickory or apple chips if desired, soaked in cold water for 1 hour
Roast Turkey with Pepperoni

By DreiFromBK
Keep your roast turkey moist by stuffing thin slices of pepperoni under the skin
- 1 (12 to 14 pound) turkey
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1/2 pound pepperoni, thinly sliced
- 1 preserved lemon, halved lengthwise, pulp discarded and rind sliced 1/2-inch thick, plus 2 teaspoons minced rind
- 12 large sage leaves, plus 2 sprigs
- 2 rosemary sprigs
- 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons thyme, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel
- Pepper
Stuffed Turkey Breast with Pancetta, Sage Pesto, Cranberry Glaze & Sweet Potato Purée

By á-74973
Try this recipe for a creative twist to the traditional Thanksgiving turkey meal! Pancetta, sage pesto and cranberr
- 4 turkey breasts
- 2 cups sage
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 3 tablespoon panko
- 4 slices pancetta
- 2 large sweet potatoes, diced into 2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cranberries
Step-by-Step Classic Roast Turkey with Herbed Stuffing & Old-Fashioned Gravy

By KrissyW330
After trying every turkey-roasting method under the sun, I’ve finally settled on this as absolutely the best
- 1 (12-pound) turkey
- 8 cups warm homemade turkey stock
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened, plus additional, melted, if needed for gravy
- 1 3/4 teaspoons salt
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 batch your favorite stuffing recipe
Maple-Bourbon Roast Turkey with Gravy

By cdboss
I made this for Thanksgiving, and it was the best turkey ever! I didn't have any bourbon on hand, so used whiskey i
- 1 (14 pound) turkey, rinsed and patted dry with neck and giblets reserved
- 1/4 cup coarse salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons of chile powder
- 1 orange
- 1 lime
- 1 small yellow onion, halved
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 unpeeled garlic cloves
- 3/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups Bourbon
- Butter for foil optional
- 1/3 cup flour
Turkey: Simple Roast Turkey

By á-3151
"The first Thanksgiving I took part in cooking was when I was 20, a college kid in Boston, living in a big, ramblin...
- 1 (12 to 14-pound) turkey, giblets and neck removed, at room temperature for 1 hour
- 3 tablespoons kosher salt, optional
- 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 2 celery stalks, coarsely chopped
- 6 tablespoons (3/4-stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, divided
- 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 3 sprigs rosemary
Cajun Deep-Fried Turkey

By KennySD
Give your deep-fried Thanksgiving turkey a fun Cajun twist with a variety of seasonings that will make you think yo...
- RUB SEASONING:
- 1 (12-pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed
- 4 to 5 gallon peanut oil
- 1/2 cup kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons onion powder
- 3 tablespoons black pepper
- 3 tablespoons white pepper
- 2 tablespoons sweet basil
- 2 teaspoons bay leaves ground
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons file powder
- 3 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
- INJECTOR SEASOING:
- 2 cups butter
- 1/4 cup onion juice
- 1/4 cup garlic juice
- 1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 (7-ounce) beer
Roasted Turkey with Sage Butter & Marsala Sauce

By á-4084
Treat yourself and your family this Thanksgiving with this spectacular recipe for Roasted Turkey with Sage Butter &
- TURKEY:
- 3 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 (20-pound) turkey
- 2 cups chicken broth
- SAGE BUTTER:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
- MARSALA SAUCE:
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Marsala wine (see note)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Celery salt & black pepper
Roasted Turkey Roulade

By mirelsonp
Recipe source: Ina Garten | Food Network from 2008, Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics
- 3/4 cup large-diced dried figs, stems removed
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup Calvados or brandy
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups diced onions
- 1 cup celery, 1/2-inch-diced
- 3/4 pound pork sausage, casings removed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
- 3 cups herb-seasoned stuffing mix
- 1 1/2 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade
- 1 extra-large egg, beaten
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 (5-pounds) whole turkey breast, boned and butterflied
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Smoked Turkey Breast

By á-164938
Stop making the same boring turkey for Thanksgiving this year and instead give this Smoked Turkey Breast a try! Pac
- Hickory chips
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon pepper
- 1 (5-pound) skin on bone-in turkey breast
Mesquite Grilled Turkey

By á-4010
Tired of the same old oven roasted turkey? Try this scrumptiously grilled, moist and tender Mesquite Grilled Turkey...
- 1 (12 to 14 pound) fresh whole turkey
- 2 gallons plus 1 cup water, divided
- 1 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed
- 1 cup salt
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 6 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 bunch fresh marjoram sprigs or 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
- 1 bunch fresh thyme sprigs or 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 10 to 12 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Citrus-Marinated Grilled Turkey

By wilson_834
Give your grilled turkey an extra kick with a delicious citrus marinade made from oranges
- CITRUS MARINADE:
- 4 tangerines, clementines, or oranges
- 1 head garlic, halved
- 1 red Thai bird chili, chopped (optional)
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 (12 to 14 pound) free-range, organic turkey
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Brown Sugar Grilled Turkey Breast
- BROWN SUGAR RUB:
- 1 (4- to 6-pound) whole bone-in turkey breast, with skin, split into halves
- 4 quarts water
- 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup salt
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- 4 or 5 bay leaves
- Brown sugar rub
- 2 cups apple wood or hickory wood chips
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon each salt and chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
- 1 teaspoon each dry mustard and smoked paprika.
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Brined Roasted Turkey
- BRINE:
- 1 (14 to 16 pound) frozen young turkey
- 1 cup kosher salt
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 gallon vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 1 1/2 teaspoons allspice berries
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped candied ginger
- 1 gallon heavily iced water
- AROMATICS:
- 1 red apple, sliced
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 cup water
- 4 sprigs rosemary
- 6 leaves sage
- Canola oil
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Convection Roasted Turkey Breast
- 4 to 6 pound fresh turkey breast or halved breast, bone in, skin on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup soft butter or margarine
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
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Grilled Turkey Breast
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon ground mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 4 turkey cutlets
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Roast Turkey Breast
- 1 whole turkey breast on the bone (about 6-1/2-pounds)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can chicken broth
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Herb Roasted Turkey
- BRINE:
- 8 cup apple cider
- 1 1/2 cups kosher salt
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 turkey
- BUTTER RUB:
- 1 stick of butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons dried sage
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
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Oven-Roasted Turkey
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 (14-pound) turkey, giblets removed, washed and dried
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Fresh thyme, for garnish
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Roast Turkey with Truffle Butter...
- 1 (12 to 14-pound) fresh turkey, with giblets removed
- 3 ounces white truffle butter, room temperature
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Large bunch fresh thyme
- 1 large onion, unpeeled and cut in eighths
- 1 whole head garlic, unpeeled and cut in half crosswise
- Good olive oil
- Note: I found truffle butter at my local Costco, and it wasn't as expensive as I thought.
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Lemon-Thyme Turkey
- 2 medium onions, cut into wedges
- 2 lemons, cut into quarters
- 1 stalk celery, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 4 fresh thyme sprigs
- 8 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 cup snipped fresh thyme
- 2 teaspoons lemon peel, finely shredded
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons shallot, finely chopped (1 medium)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 (8 - 10 pound) fresh or frozen turkey, thawed if frozen
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Honey & Sage Brined Deep Fried...
- 1 (12 to 16-pound) turkey
- 6 quarts water
- 1 1/2 cups kosher salt
- 1 cup honey
- 1 handful fresh sage leaves
- 6 fresh garlic cloves, peeled and left whole
- 2 tablespoons cracked black pepper
- 2 ounces your favorite spice rub
- 4 to 5 gallons Peanut Oil, for frying
- Turkey fryer and burner
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Roasted Turkey Breast Tenderloins
- 2 (1-pound each) turkey breast tenderloins
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
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Cajun Turkey Injection Sauce
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup liquid crab boil
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Tabasco
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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