Upside Down Turkey

62 Reviews

Prep: 30 min
Cook: 3 hr
Ready In: 3 hr 30 min

“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.” - by BLOND2

Ingredients

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

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Original recipe yields 18 servings

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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.
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).

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (18 total)

Calories
536 cal
27%

Fat
28.1 g
43%

Carbs
0 g
< 1%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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DEZIBUG81

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..." See more seasoning. I also stuck little pices of butter between the breast and the skin. It was delicious. My husband cant get enough of it."

MJCNELSON

Dec. 23, 2003

"Cooking the turkey upside down does help keep the meat moist. I like to use a cooking bag too because it cooks faster and seems to retain more juice...." See more"

Momof2

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 s..." See moreeasonings 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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