Description
Elevate your holiday gatherings with this delicious Cranberry Orange Glazed Turkey. Infused with the perfect blend of zesty orange and sweet cranberry, this turkey is not only a feast for the senses but also a show-stopper at any festive table. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it promises to impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12-14 lb) whole turkey
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and position the rack in the center.
- Pat dry the turkey, remove giblets, and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Cook until cranberries burst and mixture thickens (about 10 minutes).
- Baste the turkey with the glaze every 30 minutes after the first hour of cooking.
- Roast turkey for approximately 2-3 hours or until its internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) at the thickest part of the thigh.
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg