Cooking a turkey may seem intimidating, but it is actually very easy. All you need are a few basic ingredients and plenty of time to allow the meat to bake to juicy perfection. Find out how to cook a turkey in the oven with these tips and instructions.
First, prepare your bird by removing the giblet bag and neck and preheating the oven to 325 degrees F . Mix one-quarter teaspoon each of dried sage and rosemary with a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gently coat your turkey with three tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle on the spice mix. Lay the bird breast side up in a roasting pan. Add about one inch of chicken broth. Cover with a loose tent of aluminum foil and put in the oven.
Cooking times will vary depending on the weight of the bird. For example, a 14 pound turkey will take about four hours to cook. Your turkey is ready when the thigh reaches a temperature of 165 degrees F. Cooking a turkey in the oven is a great way to ensure a juicy, flavorful bird with all the nutrients but not the excess fat of other cooking methods.
Now you know how to cook a turkey in the oven. What should you enjoy with the main course?
Turkey pairs well with roasted potatoes and winter vegetables such as carrots, turnips and Brussels sprouts.
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turkey is high in protein, B vitamins, selenium and zinc, but low in fat,
you known you are serving your friends and family not only a delicious meal but a healthy one as well.
Here's to another Fantastic meal!