doug's terrific turkey seasoning

Abilene, TX
Updated on Jun 5, 2013

Sometimes simplicity is the best. These three ingredients yield a tasty turkey!

prep time 10 Min
cook time 5 Hr
method Bake
yield a crowd!!

Ingredients

  • TO BRINE THE TURKEY (4-8 HOURS) -- DISSOLVE 1 CUP KOSHER SALT AND 1 CUP WHITE SUGAR IN WATER SUFFICIENT TO COVER THE TURKEY.
  • BLEND SEASONING
  • 3 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 - 18-20 lb. turkey
  • 6-8 cups water
  • - aluminum foil

How To Make doug's terrific turkey seasoning

  • Step 1
    Combine the salt, black pepper and garlic powder in a bowl.
  • Step 2
    About 1-2 hours before time to cook turkey, rub the inside and outside of the turkey with all of the spices. Yes, use it all! Let the turkey rest for 1-2 hours.
  • Step 3
    Place the turkey upside down in a roasting pan. Bake at 400 degrees until the skin begins to crisp.
  • Step 4
    Turn the turkey over and lower the oven temperature to 325 degrees. When the skin begins to brown, add 4-6 cups water into the roaster, and cover the turkey with foil to prevent burning.
  • Step 5
    Complete baking the turkey until its internal temperature registers 165 degrees.
  • Step 6
    Remove the turkey from the oven when done, and allow it to rest 20-30 minutes before carving. Use the drippings in the roaster to make gravy!!

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