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Upside Down Turkey

“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.”

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Reviewed: Feb. 25, 2004

YUM! I used two seasoned oven roasters (= to 13 lbs.) for this recipe and it turned out great. I have another recipe that calls for the butter to be tucked under the skin, and this is an easier, less icky way to prepare it. Thanks Lou!

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I'm nuts too...

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Carol Stream, Illinois, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 11, 2004

I substituted the water with apple juice and it was the best turkey I've ever made. Everyone at the table commented after thier first bite. It just melted in our mouths! I will never cook a turkey right-side-up again! The only complaint I had was that there was no crispy skin, but the meat was great!!

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KIMMERSTWO

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Cheektowaga, New York, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 21, 2004

Made this for an early Thanksgiving with the in-laws....they were surprised. I didn't use as much butter as the recipe called for....but wow what a difference. I also added a sprinkling of poultry seasonings to the skin....which made it delicious. Also, I rubbed some butter between the skin and the flesh. I have found that really makes a difference. Thanks for helping me to impress my in-laws....appreciate it.

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Momof2

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

Living In: Florissant, Missouri, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 25, 2004

My first Thanksgiving as a cook was a blast. Everyone loved it. And I owe it in part to this recipe. I did add some spices as suggested in another review, but I have never had such a juicy turkey.

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QDIVA411

Reviewed: Nov. 26, 2004

I had to add a can of chicken broth as well, but the upside down idea made the entire turkey really moist!

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SHIRUOH

Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2004

I will never go back. This is the only way to cook a turkey! My guests were very impressed and we fought over the leftovers. I've made it four times and we never have to throw out any leftovers. It all always gets eaten. I've noticed you don't have to use all that much butter: 1/4 cup is fine. I also add veggies to the cavity and the roasting pan. Brining the bird gives the thighs great flavor, so I do that too. Even without those changes, though, this a delicious turkey.

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NITROJEN

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Elk Grove, California, USA

Living In: Crestwood, Kentucky, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 27, 2004

Very moist, tender and flavorful. I cooked the turkey upside down until the last hour and then turned it right side up to brown the top. Very good and easy. Although mine did take an extra hour and a half to cook completely.

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LITTLELADYJONES

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Primghar, Iowa, USA

Living In: Leander, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Feb. 21, 2005

This was my first turkey. It turned out great!! So juicy and tender! I usd aple juice instead of water, and I made a rub of 1 stick melted butter, salt, pepper, rubbed sage, garlic powder, and poultry seasoning. I also stuck little pices of butter between the breast and the skin. It was delicious. My husband cant get enough of it.

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DEZIBUG81

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 24, 2005

This was my 1st turkey, it was a lttle dry but still very yummy. I will definately try this recipe again.

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Fyrwife99

Reviewed: Nov. 26, 2005

We BBQ'd our turkey upside down this Thanksgiving for the first time. We usally just BBQ it the "regular" way. The turkey was so tender it almost fell apart. It was wonderful! We will never cook turkey any other way again. Only change I did was I made up some Herb Butter. I mixed chopped fresh sage, rosemary and tyme and garlic with melted butter the night before. I then separated the skin and stuffed the butter between the meat and skin. I put fresh sprigs of the Herbs in the cavity with butter. Rubbed the turkey with olive oil. And on the grill he went. Upside down. I will make this again! Thanks!

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