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Brined Whole Turkey Roasting Instructions

Prep Time30 minutes
Active Time4 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time30 minutes
Total Time5 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: instructions, roasting, whole turkey

Instructions

  • Remove Plastic Clip releasing each drumstick. Push the plastic clip into the cavity and twist to the right. Watch Mary in the video below.
  • You will not find giblets in brined turkey
  • Do not stuff brined turkey
  • Do not rinse turkey
  • Pre-Heat Oven to 325˚F
  • Thaw Your Turkey in advance (See notes below for Thawing Instructions)
  • Use a Thermometer (See notes below for what type of Thermometer to Buy)
  • Add 2-4 cups of Water or Broth in pan.
  • Let the Turkey rest for about 30 minutes before carving to allow juices to flow into the meat.
  • When the Turkey reaches 165-170˚F in the turkey's thigh, they turkey is done.