Herb-roasted turkey with Cranberry Orange Glaze

Name: Herb-Roasted Turkey with Cranberry Orange Glaze
Prep time: 30 min
Ingredients: 12-15 lb Whole Turkey (thawed if frozen); Salt and black pepper (to taste); 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened); 3 tbsp Fresh Sage (Chopped); 3 tbsp Fresh Thyme (Chopped); 2 tbsp Fresh Rosemary (Chopped); 1 cup Chicken or Turkey Broth; 1 cup Cranberry Sauce; 1/2 cup Orange Juice; 1/4 cup Honey; Zest of One Orange

jojo on November 14, 2023
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Herb-Roasted Turkey with Cranberry Orange Glaze

Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this Herb-Roasted Turkey featuring a delightful Cranberry Orange Glaze. The combination of aromatic herbs, succulent turkey, and a tangy glaze will leave your guests raving.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: family-friendly, good food, holidays, Thankful, Thanksgiving main dish

Prep Time: 30

Equipment

Roasting pan with rack
Basting brush
Meath Thermometer
Aluminum Foil
Saucepan

Ingredients

12-15 lb Whole Turkey thawed if frozen
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup Unsalted butter softened
3 tbsp Fresh Sage Chopped
3 tbsp Fresh Thyme Chopped
2 tbsp Fresh Rosemary Chopped
1 cup Chicken or Turkey Broth

For The Glaze

1 cup Cranberry Sauce
1/2 cup Orange Juice
1/4 cup Honey
Zest of One Orange

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Prepare the Turkey:
Remove the giblets and neck from the turkey cavity.Pat the turkey dry with paper towels.Season the cavity with salt and pepper.
Herb Butter:
In a bowl, mix together softened butter, chopped sage, thyme, and rosemary.Rub the herb butter mixture all over the turkey, under the skin and inside the cavity.
Roast the Turkey:
Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.Pour the chicken or turkey broth into the bottom of the pan.Tent the turkey loosely with aluminum foil.Roast in the preheated oven, basting with pan juices every 30 minutes.
Prepare the Glaze:
In a saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, orange juice, honey, and orange zest.Simmer over medium heat until the glaze thickens slightly.
Glaze the Turkey:
After the turkey has roasted for about 2 hours, remove the foil tent.Brush the turkey with the cranberry orange glaze every 20-30 minutes until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Rest and Carve:
Once the turkey is done, let it rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.

Notes

This Herb-Roasted Turkey with Cranberry Orange Glaze is a show-stopping centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table. The combination of aromatic herbs and the sweet-tart glaze adds layers of flavor to the perfectly roasted turkey. Plan for a cooking time of around 3 to 3.5 hours, and enjoy the delicious aroma as your Thanksgiving masterpiece comes to life.