Dry Brined Whole Turkey with French Herbs and White Wine | Reader's Digest Canada

Dry Brined Whole Turkey with French Herbs and White Wine | Reader's Digest Canada

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Dry brine a whole young turkey for 24 hours then roast with French herbs and white wine for flavorful, juicy results. Perfect for holiday gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • Carrots, onions, celery and giblets (under turkey, optional)
  • 12-14 lb young turkey (about 5.5 -7 kg)
  • 1/4 cup room temperature butter
  • 6 sprigs each fresh thyme and tarragon (chopped)
  • 2-1/2 tbsp Kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 whole lemon cut into 1/8ths
  • 4 cloves wholegarlic
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Finely grated zest of 2 lemons
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • Extra water if pan is dry
  • 2 cups turkey broth
  • 2 tbsp corn starch
  • Sprigs of herbs (for garnish, optional)

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