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Upside Down Turkey



"This is a simple way to prepare a moist turkey without stuffing. The secret ingredient is butter -- it enhances the bird's natural flavor. When the turkey is done, the juices may be used to prepare a gravy by adding cornstarch 1 tablespoon at a time until the liquid begins to thicken. This recipe is based on a 13 pound bird. Adjust as necessary."
Original recipe yield: 10 servings.
Prep Time:
30 Minutes
Cook Time:
3 Hours
Ready In:
3 Hours 30 Minutes
Servings:
10

INGREDIENTS:

  • 13 pounds whole turkey
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup water

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Rinse turkey and remove giblets. Place turkey upside (breast) down in a roasting pan. Insert 1/4 cup butter inside the turkey. Place remaining butter in several pieces around the turkey. Pour water into the pan.
  3. Cook covered in the preheated oven 3 to 3 1/2 hours until the internal temperature of the thigh has reached 180 degrees F (80 degrees C).