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Honey Baked Turkey Delicious Easy Recipe

Honey Baked Turkey

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Delicious Honey Baked Turkey recipe Enjoy easy prep flavorful results Perfect for gatherings Elevate your meal today

Ingredients

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  • 12-14 pound turkey
  • 1 gallon of water
  • 1 cup kosher salt
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 4 cloves garlic (crushed)
  • 1 onion (quartered)
  • Peels of 1 orange and 1 lemon
  • 1 cup honey
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
  • Softened butter
  • Chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)
  • Minced garlic
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Instructions

  • Brine the turkey: Combine water, salt, brown sugar, herbs, spices, and aromatics in a stockpot. Bring to a simmer, then cool completely. Submerge the turkey in the brine and refrigerate for 12-24 hours.
  • Prepare the turkey: Remove the turkey from the brine and rinse thoroughly. Pat dry. Optionally, air dry in the refrigerator for a few hours.
  • Herb butter: Mix softened butter with chopped herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper. Loosen the skin of the turkey breast and rub the herb butter underneath.
  • Honey glaze: Combine honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce in a saucepan. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  • Bake the turkey: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a roasting pan. Brush with honey glaze. Roast for 3-4 hours, basting with glaze every 30 minutes. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
  • Rest and carve: Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20-30 minutes before carving. Carve and serve.