Juicy Scalded Turkey: Uncle Bill’s Secret Method

Uncle Bill’s Method for Cooking Turkey 🦃

Overview:

Uncle Bill’s Method for Cooking Turkey is a tried-and-true technique that promises a moist and flavorful bird every time. With over 25 years of perfecting this method, Uncle Bill has crafted a recipe that’s perfect for your holiday feasts or any special occasion. The secret? Scalding the turkey with hot water before roasting, ensuring that the skin tightens to lock in all the natural juices, resulting in a succulent turkey that will leave your guests raving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 675.3
• Fat: 38.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 9.6g
• Cholesterol: 258mg
• Sodium: 246.8mg
• Carbohydrates: 0g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 0g
• Protein: 77.5g

Ingredients:

• 1 turkey (approximately 16 pounds)
• Salt
• Pepper
• Garlic powder
• Water
• Extra virgin olive oil

Cooking Time:

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 hours
• Total Time: 5 hours and 30 minutes

Instructions:

1. Thaw the Turkey: Ensure your turkey is thoroughly thawed before beginning the preparation process, unless using a fresh turkey.

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2. Prepare the Turkey: Remove any turkey parts from the cavities and set them aside for later use. Wash the cavities well with cold water.

3. Scald the Turkey: Boil a kettle of hot water until scalding hot. Place the turkey in a clean sink or large roasting pan, then carefully pour the hot water over the entire turkey, including the cavities. This will cause the skin to shrink tightly around the turkey, sealing in the natural juices.

4. Pat Dry: After scalding, pat both the inside and outside of the turkey dry with paper towels.

5. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

6. Season the Cavities: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder inside the cavities of the turkey.

7. Stuff the Turkey (Optional): If desired, line the inside of the cavity with cheesecloth and stuff the turkey with your favorite dressing, ensuring it’s loosely packed.

8. Secure the Turkey: Tie the legs and wings of the turkey with meat wrapping twine, leaving a loop to easily lift the turkey from the pan once cooked.

9. Prepare the Roasting Pan: Place a wire rack in the bottom of a roasting pan. Position the turkey breast side up on the wire rack.

10. Add Liquid: Pour 2 cups of water or chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan.

11. Drizzle with Olive Oil: Pour approximately 1/2 cup or more of extra virgin olive oil over the exterior of the turkey.

12. Cover with Foil: Cover the turkey loosely with heavy aluminum foil, ensuring it doesn’t touch the turkey, and pinch the foil tight to the sides of the pan.

13. Initial Cooking: Place the turkey on the lower rack in the oven and cook for 1 hour at 400°F (200°C).

14. Reduce Heat: After the initial hour, reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) and continue cooking for 2 1/2 hours.

15. Final Cooking Phase: Increase the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and cook for an additional 1/2 hour.

16. Test for Doneness: Remove the foil from the turkey and test for doneness by inserting an instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of the breast. The internal temperature should reach 175°F (79°C).

17. Baste and Brown: Baste the turkey and continue cooking, uncovered, for an additional 1 hour at 350°F (175°C), basting every 15 minutes to achieve a golden brown color.

18. Resting Time: Once fully cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and lift it out of the roasting pan using the string loops. Cover it loosely with foil and let it rest for about 30 minutes before carving.

19. Cooking Times Guide:

    Turkey Weight	Stuffed (Hours)	Unstuffed (Hours)
    12-14 lbs	4 – 4 1/2	3 1/2 – 3 3/4
    14-16 lbs	4 1/2 – 5	3 3/4 – 4
    16-18 lbs	5 – 5 1/2	3 3/4 – 4 1/4
    18-20 lbs	5 1/2 – 6	4 1/4 – 4 1/2
    20-22 lbs	6 – 6 1/4	4 1/2 – 5
    22-24 lbs	6 1/4 – 6 1/2	5 – 5 1/4

20. Final Checks: Ensure the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 175°F (79°C) in the breast and 180°F (82°C) in the thigh.

Tips:

• No Early Basting: Save time by only basting the turkey during the last hour of cooking.
• Crispy Skin Option: For a crispier, browner skin, consider rubbing butter over the entire bird after drizzling with olive oil.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve Uncle Bill’s perfectly cooked turkey alongside your favorite holiday sides for a memorable feast that’s sure to impress your guests!

Keywords:

Poultry, Meat, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Roast, For Large Groups, Oven, Easy

Enjoy your Moist and Delicious Turkey! 🍽️🦃