Turkey While You Sleep
Wake up to a perfectly roasted turkey with the effortless genius of "Turkey While You Sleep." This stress-free overnight recipe combines a golden, herb-crusted exterior with juicy, tender meat that practically falls off the bone. Seasoned with a fragrant blend of rosemary, thyme, garlic, and black pepper, this turkey is stuffed with fresh vegetables like onion, carrots, and celery for an extra layer of savory flavor. The unique slow-roasting technique starts with a high-heat sear at 450°F to lock in moisture, before being cooked low-and-slow at 200°F while you sleep, ensuring the turkey stays moist and flavorful. With just 30 minutes of prep time and minimal morning effort, this recipe is designed to help you enjoy a stress-free Thanksgiving or holiday feast. Perfect for serving a crowd, "Turkey While You Sleep" delivers delicious results without tying you to the kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pounds Whole turkey
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 Yellow onion, quartered
- 2 Carrots, roughly chopped
- 2 Celery sticks, roughly chopped
- 2 cups Chicken or turkey broth
Instructions
Remove the giblets and neck from the turkey cavity. Rinse the turkey inside and out with cold water, then pat dry with paper towels.
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
In a small bowl, mix the salt, ground black pepper, thyme, rosemary, and garlic powder. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin and inside the cavity.
Place the quartered onion, chopped carrots, and celery into the cavity of the turkey.
Rub the unsalted butter all over the surface of the turkey.
Place the turkey on a rack in a large roasting pan. Pour the chicken or turkey broth into the bottom of the pan to prevent drippings from burning.
Put the turkey in the oven and roast at 450°F (230°C) for 30 minutes, uncovered, to achieve a golden color.
After 30 minutes, remove the turkey from the oven and cover it tightly with aluminum foil. Reduce the oven temperature to 200°F (93°C).
Return the covered turkey to the oven and roast it overnight for 7 to 8 hours (or approximately 40 minutes per pound).
In the morning, check the turkey's internal temperature with a meat thermometer. The breast should read 165°F (74°C) and the thighs should read 175°F (79°C).
Once the turkey reaches the proper temperature, remove it from the oven and let it rest, still covered, for 30 minutes before carving.
Serve alongside your favorite Thanksgiving sides and enjoy a stress-free meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 263.8 g | 338% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.8 g | 484% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3996 mg | 1332% | |
| Sodium | 18854 mg | 820% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1319.2 g | 2638% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 866 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 64.9 mg | 361% | |
| Potassium | 14880 mg | 317% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
