Whiskey and Orange Glazed Turkey
Whiskey and Orange Glazed Turkey
1 13-15 pound turkey
1/2 cup Scotch whiskey
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon Colman’s English Mustard Powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
Freshly ground black pepper
3 oranges, cut in halves
2 large golden onions, with peel on and cut into wedges
1/2 cup avocado, safflower or canola oil
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
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Preheat the oven to 375 F.
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In a medium bowl, make glaze by combining whiskey, soy sauce, brown sugar and spices.
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Place turkey, breast side down in a large roasting pan.
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Place 2 oranges in the turkey cavity.
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Lightly squeeze juice from remaining orange over the turkey.
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Place orange rinds and onion wedges around the turkey.
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Pour broth into the roasting pan.
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Pour oil over the turkey and roast for 30 minutes.
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Remove turkey from oven and pour glaze over the turkey.
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Roast for two more hours, then check the temperature by inserting a thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh. Continue roasting until turkey is 165°F.
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Remove turkey from the oven, loosely tent with foil and let rest for 15 to 20 minutes before carving.
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Serve with gravy and cranberry sauce