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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 16 |
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Honey and corn syrup blend with savoy herbs and seasonings to give turkey a slightly sweet flavor. This tried-and-true recipe never fails to win me compliments. Ingredients:
1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds) |
1/4 cup olive oil |
2 teaspoons dried thyme |
1-1/2 teaspoons salt divided |
1-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided |
1 cup honey |
1 cup corn syrup |
1/4 cup butter, melted |
2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed |
1 teaspoon rubbed sage |
1 teaspoon dried basil |
Directions:
1. Brush turkey with oil; tie the drumsticks together. Place turkey breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Combine the thyme, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper; sprinkle evenly over turkey. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2 hours.
2. In a small bowl, combine the honey, corn syrup, butter, rosemary, sage, basil and remaining salt and pepper. Brush over turkey. Bake 2 hours longer or until a meat thermometer reads 180°, basting frequently with pan drippings.
3. Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before carving. Yield: 16-18 servings.
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