All poultry should reach a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °f (73.9° c) as measured with a food thermometer.

Roast turkey high heat. Do not place anything inside the turkey. Not nearly as many as some experts out there…right? 1½ cups kosher salt 5 lemons, cut in half ½ cup honey 1 bunch thyme 1 bunch parsley 2 bay leaves 2 garlic heads, sliced in half crosswise 3 tablespoons whole black.

This is the only way we make turkey, ever! Change the water every half hour until the turkey is defrosted. 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste

The closer your turkey is to room temperature, the faster it will reach that desired high temperature. (if at any point your kitchen gets unbearably smoky or the fat is spitting, pour a cup of tepid water in the roasting pan. Tuck wing tips underneath the bird.

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Remove turkey from the refrigerator 1 hour before roasting and allow to come to room temperature. Roast until the leg joint near the backbone wiggles easily, about 2 hours. Preheat oven to 325 degrees f.

Web updated jul 19, 2021 ingredients 1 whole turkey (20 lb), thawed if frozen* 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper steps 1 move oven rack to lowest position; Dry turkey thoroughly with paper towels. Table of contents turkey breast.