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Roasted Turkey, Navy Style

Roasted Turkey, Navy Style

Ingredients and Weight:

1 whole turkey (about 8-10 pounds) 1 lemon 1 orange 1 bunch fresh rosemary 1 bunch fresh thyme 2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon pepper

Preparation Time:

3 hours (includes preparation and cooking time)

Cooking Time:

2 hours

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Prepare the turkey by removing any excess fat and rinsing with cold water. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Squeeze the juice from the lemon and orange into a small bowl and mix with the salt, olive oil, and pepper.
  4. Rub the turkey cavity and skin with the citrus mixture.
  5. Stuff the cavity of the turkey with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs.
  6. Place the turkey on a rack in a roast pan, breast side up.
  7. Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the pan.
  8. Roast for 2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  9. Let the turkey rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.

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User Comments:

  1. "The flavor combination of lemon, orange, rosemary, and thyme was outstanding! The turkey was juicy and the skin was crispy." - John Doe
  2. "I followed the recipe to the T and it came out perfect! Great for a family gathering." - Jane Smith
  3. "My family loved this dish. It was a hit during our Thanksgiving celebration." - Michael Johnson

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