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Gathering around a sumptuously roasted turkey is a hallmark of festive celebrations, uniting family and friends. To elevate this classic dish, try roasting your turkey in a plastic bag; it’s a contemporary technique that seals in the bird’s juices, yielding an exceptionally moist and succulent turkey. This method is a nod to tradition with a modern, savvy twist, ensuring a crowd-pleasing tender feast.
Now, you might wonder, why opt for a plastic bag when roasting turkey?
The benefits of using a plastic oven bag for your turkey are numerous:
- Moisture is Locked In: The sealed environment of the oven bag keeps the turkey’s moisture intact, preventing it from drying out and maintaining its succulence.
- Quicker Cooking Time: The moist heat within the bag can reduce overall cooking time, freeing up your schedule.
- Simplified Cleanup: With all the drippings contained, the oven bag makes post-cooking cleanup a breeze—a real boon during the holiday bustle.
- Uniform Browning: Heat circulation within the bag ensures your turkey gets that desirable, evenly-browned exterior.
- Flavor-Infused Veggies: Vegetables cooked in the bag with the turkey soak up its savory juices, enhancing their taste.
- Less Basting Needed: The bag’s moisture-retentive properties mean less basting and more time for you to enjoy with guests.
This roast turkey, encased in its flavor-locking bag, is the perfect companion to holiday favorites like creamy mashed potatoes, tangy cranberry sauce, aromatic stuffing, and roasted veggies. Round out your feast with a crisp salad, coleslaw, and some fresh, warm bread to mop up the delicious juices. This method promises a feast that’s both scrumptious and memorable.
Recipe for Roasted Turkey in a Plastic Bag
Ingredients:
- 1 whole turkey (12-24 pounds), fully thawed
- 1 oven-safe plastic bag
- 2/3 cup butter, softened
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons of a blend of dried herbs like thyme, rosemary, and sage
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 roughly chopped white onion
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 roughly chopped carrots
- 1 tablespoon of flour
Pro Tip: Allow one day of thawing in the fridge for every 5 pounds of your turkey.
Instructions:
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