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Inverted Roast Turkey

Inverted Roast Turkey turns tradition on its head to keep the breast incredibly juicy while the dark meat becomes richly flavored and tender. The butter and natural juices baste the bird as it roasts, creating crisp skin and succulent slices perfect for a holiday table or any special dinner when you want dependable, crowd-pleasing results.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook3 hrs
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyMedium
Inverted Roast Turkey
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Remove and discard the giblets. Rinse the turkey and pat it dry. Set the turkey upside down (breast facing down) in a roasting pan.

  3. 3

    Put 1/2 of the butter inside the turkey cavity. Cut the remaining butter into pieces and rub them over the outside of the skin. Pour water into the pan and cover it with foil.

  4. 4

    Cook in the preheated oven until the thighs reach an internal temperature of 180 degrees F (80 degrees C), 3 to 3 1/2 hours.