How to Roast a Tender & Juicy Turkey With La Caja China

 

Learn How to Roast Your Turkey For Special Gatherings

Posted on August 15, 2011 by admin

 

How to Cook a Roast Turkey

 

Do you know how to cook a roast turkey? Roasting a turkey does not need to add stress to any Holiday. Remembering a few simple tips could make all the difference.
Empty the turkey’s cavity of the giblet packet and neck, set them aside. Wash your turkey well in cold water, rinsing the cavity and rubbing the outside with your hands to ensure that there is no debris left behind. Quickly pat your turkey dry with a clean paper towel.

Place the turkey in your roasting pan, tie both legs together with string and tuck the wing tips to the body. (I usually use toothpicks to tack them in) This keeps the wings from hanging out and burning. Sprinkle with just a little bit of salt and pepper. Pour one 14 oz can of chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan, for moisture in the cooking process and added flavor during basting. Cover the turkey, (with lid or foil) and roast at 325°F for the following recommended times:

8-12 lbs 2 3/4-3 hrs

12-14 lbs 3-3 3/4 hrs

14-18 lbs 3 3/4-4 1/4 hrs

Adding a little Magic to Your Roasted Turkey

Uncover and let the turkey brown for about 1 more hour, basting every 15 minutes. While the turkey is in the oven, take the giblets and neck that you set aside and simmer in four cups of water in a sauce pan, until cooked well, about 45 minutes.

If you choose to serve gravy, stuffing and mashed potatoes with your turkey, here are some easy ways to dress it up. Remove the turkey form the pan and set it on a carving board or tray. Do not throw away your basting broth.

Real Potatoes or instant, make them special with your own touch, guaranteed to leave no leftovers. If you use real potatoes, consider using the tasty, buttery textured Yellow Potatoes. Peel, and simmer until fork tender, drain very well; no one likes watery mashed spuds. Mash with butter, milk and salt to taste If you prefer the instant potatoes, make them according to the directions on the box.

Now, for my favorite twist, after mashing, blend in ¼ cup of shredded cheese per quart of potatoes. Cheddar is great for a sharp cheesy taste; I like Smoked Gouda and a pinch of garlic powder for a savory gourmet touch.

Roast Your Turkey Using the Best Roasting Box

Stuffing, whether homemade or out of a box, mix the dressing with the basting broth from the turkey, add a stalk or two of chopped celery and a small diced onion. The turkey juices create a real homemade taste that all of your guests will love.

Gravy, just as with the dressing, use the basting broth and turkey juices as a substitute for plain water. You will be praised by all, by just making these few little changes.

For best results, roast your turkey using La Caja China roasting Box! This is the best and most innovative roasting equipment that you can find. It’s fun and it’s easy. You can cook almost anything here from vegetable, chickens, lambs and even one whole pig. Get all the advantages of other roasting equipment in La Caja China and non of their down sides. This is engineered from the finest and high-end materials so rest-assured that you will be purchasing a high quality item. So, next time if you have purchased your  own La Caja China, you already know how to cook a roast turkey.