James Beard's Roast Turkey | James Beard Foundation

James Beard's Roast Turkey | James Beard Foundation

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Much of this fashion of roasting a turkey came from my family. I have changed and embellished it a bit, and the final recipe is the one I use for Thanksgiving or other traditional holidays.

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Cooking tools:

  • Trussing needle
  • Roasting rack
  • Roasting pan
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Serving platter
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon
  • Colander
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Paper towel
  • Butcher's twine
  • Skewer
  • Kitchen shears

Ingredients

  • nal melted butter, if needed
  • 10 to 12 cups fine fresh breadcrumbs

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