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Upside Down Turkey

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"This is a simple way to prepare a moist turkey without stuffing. The secret ingredient is butter -- it enhances the bird's natural flavor. When the turkey is done, the juices may be used to prepare a gravy by adding cornstarch 1 tablespoon at a time until the liquid begins to thicken. This recipe is based on a 13 pound bird. Adjust as necessary."
Upside Down Turkey Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 58 times with an average star rating of 4.8
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PREP TIME  30 Min
COOK TIME  3 Hrs
READY IN  3 Hrs 30 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 13 pounds whole turkey
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup water

What to Drink?
Wine Chardonnay

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Rinse turkey and remove giblets. Place turkey upside (breast) down in a roasting pan. Insert 1/4 cup butter inside the turkey. Place remaining butter in several pieces around the turkey. Pour water into the pan.
  3. Cook covered in the preheated oven 3 to 3 1/2 hours until the internal temperature of the thigh has reached 180 degrees F (80 degrees C).

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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.76 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 21, 2005 by DEZIBUG81 
This was my first turkey. It turned out great!! So juicy and tender! I usd aple juice instead... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.76 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 23, 2003 by MJCNELSON 
Cooking the turkey upside down does help keep the meat moist. I like to use a cooking bag too... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.76 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 21, 2004 by TchrJrHi 
Made this for an early Thanksgiving with the in-laws....they were surprised. I didn't use as... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.76 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 27, 2004 by LITTLELADYJONES 
Very moist, tender and flavorful. I cooked the turkey upside down until the last hour and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.76 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by Jenn B 
I haven't tried this exact method yet, but I'm embarrassed to say that the first time my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.76 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 26, 2005 by Lidia J. 
We BBQ'd our turkey upside down this Thanksgiving for the first time. We usally just BBQ it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.76 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 11, 2004 by KIMMERSTWO 
I substituted the water with apple juice and it was the best turkey I've ever made. Everyone... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.76 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 29, 2005 by NITROJEN 
I will never go back. This is the only way to cook a turkey! My guests were very impressed... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.76 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 5, 2006 by mbbdirks 
This was super. The only thing I changed was to cook in a cooking bag, salt & pepper inside... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.76 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 26, 2004 by SHIRUOH 
I had to add a can of chicken broth as well, but the upside down idea made the entire turkey... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Upside Down Turkey

Servings Per Recipe: 18

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 536

  • Total Fat: 28.1g
  • Cholesterol: 207mg
  • Sodium: 197mg
  • Total Carbs: 0g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 66.4g

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