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Homestyle Turkey

AmericanTurkeyIntermediate240 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 12 lb whole turkey
  • 6 tbsp butter, divided
  • 4 cup warm water
  • 3 tbsp chicken bouillon granules
  • 2 tbsp dried parsley
  • 2 tbsp dried minced onion
  • 2 tbsp seasoning salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 450°F. Rinse and dry turkey.

  2. 2

    Separate skin over the breast and push 3 tablespoons of butter on each side under the skin.

  3. 3

    Dissolve bouillon in warm water. Sprinkle in parsley and minced onion. Pour over the turkey.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle turkey with seasoning salt. Cover with foil and place in oven.

  5. 5

    Immediately reduce heat to 325°F. Bake for 3½–4 hours until internal temperature reaches 180°F.

  6. 6

    Remove foil for the last 45 minutes to allow browning. Rest 15 minutes before carving.

Tags

american