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Pasture Raised Whole Turkey

Name: Pasture Raised Whole Turkey
Brand: Diestel Turkey
SKU: 2012402
Price: 159.95 USD
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All the tender, juicy, full-bodied flavor of a Diestel bird...but make it a nutritional superhero.

Our Pasture Raised Whole Turkeys are Regenified™ certified, and part of a holistic regenerative program. This means they are raised on regenerative land (land with healthier soil), and with regenerative feed (that grew from healthier soil) - and, it shows.*

Our regenerative turkey was tested for nutrient density (in a lab, with scientists) and they came back showing 2-3x more antioxidants, higher levels of b-vitamins (B3, B6, B12) + vitamin A, and higher omega 3 fatty acids & improved omega 6:3 ratio.*

Because healthier soil + healthier feed = healthier birds. And when you eat that turkey, you’re inheriting all that goodness.

Learn more about our regenerative program.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
INGREDIENTS & NUTRITION
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS

Non-GMO Project Verified

ANIMAL WELFARE CERTIFIED

Certified RegenifiedTM

PASTURE RAISED

22G PROTEIN

Nutrient Dense

NO FOWL PLAY - JUST THE FACTS:

What do I need to know?

We take our time to raise our birds on a fresh-milled, proprietary vegetarian feed blend that encourage slow growth and big, bold, crave-worthy flavor— delicious, ethically-produced, excitement-worthy, real turkeys that we can be proud of. Our Non-GMO Pasture-Raised Whole Turkey is:

Raw - cook before eating
Ranging from 10-24lbs online
Certified Regenified
Global Animal Partnership (GAP) rated
Fed a 100% vegetarian diet enhanced with vitamins and minerals
Ice-chilled for quality

What's not in it?

There’s a reason our turkeys are the best birds around. Our raw, unbrined birds have:

No gluten
No dairy
No artificial ingredients
No preservatives
No fillers
No hormones, antibiotics or growth stimulants
No Caesin, Carrageenan, Phosphates or MSG
No added salt solution

What makes Diestel turkeys different?

We raise food we’re proud to eat and proud to share. When raising all our birds, we try to mimic nature as much as possible, adhering to the standards and values passed on by our great-grandparents. This means:

A proprietary, nutrient-dense, fresh-milled, 100% vegetarian feed blend enhanced with vitamins and minerals
Plenty of outdoor access and room to roam, year round
Slow growth (you can't rush perfection)
No antibiotics
No hormones or growth stimulants (it's the law!)
No harsh chemical cleaners
Fresh pine wood shavings

What is Regenerative Turkey?

By integrating regenerative practices, Diestel Family Turkey Ranch helps improve the health of the land, support biodiversity, and create a more sustainable and thoughtful approach to turkey farming.

For our regenerative turkeys, this looks like: Rotational grazing, a focus on soil health and carbon sequestration, regeneratively grown feed & pasture-based diets, water conservation, no synthetic pesticides, chemicals or fertilizers, and a commitment to animal welfare.

For more details, visit our blog.

Turkey Nitty Gritty

Packaging can change, please refer to your product for the most accurate information.

Enjoy this product 3-5 days after delivery or freeze upon arrival, and use within the year.

Shipping

Free shipping to the lower 48 States.

To avoid any shipping delays on Thanksgiving orders, we recommend selecting a delivery date before Thursday, November 20th.

This product ships deep chilled to arrive fresh in a biodegradable liner. Arrival temperature of bird will vary depending on your location, & turkey may feel hard upon arrival – this indicates it is still deeply chilled.

Our packaging is 99% compostable.

Ordering using Truemed can impact your shipping time. Learn more here.

Pro Tip

Our FAQ page is FLOCKING incredible. Get the answers to your toughest turkey questions here.

Ingredients

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ROASTING TIMES

HOW LONG 'TIL WE EAT?

If your bird is unstuffed, take 30 minutes off the cook time listed below.*

Weight	Roasting Time
6-10 lbs	2 hrs
10-12 lbs	2 - 2.75 hrs
12-14 lbs	2.75 - 3.5 hrs
14-16 lbs	3.5 - 3.75 hrs
16-18 lbs	3.75 - 4 hrs
18-20 lbs	4 - 4.5 hrs
20-22 lbs	4.5 - 5 hrs

Weight	Roasting Time
22-24 lbs	5 - 5.25 hrs
24-26 lbs	5.25 - 5.5 hrs
28-30 lbs	5.5 - 5.75 hrs
32-34 lbs	5.75 - 6.25 hrs
34-36+ lbs	6.25 - 6.5 hrs

Please Note:

That suggested roasting times may vary. If the turkey is unstuffed, decrease the roasting times listed above by approximately 30 minutes.

Nylon Truss:

To remove the truss just lift the ring and pull it up and over the end of the drumstick. To secure the truss, hold the drumsticks together, lift the ring and pull it over the drumsticks. The nylon truss is oven and microwave safe and can withstand oven temperatures of up to 450º F.

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 325º F. Remove soft oven ready turkey from the bag. After removing the neck and giblets from the body cavities rinse the bird with cold water. Pat turkey dry with a paper towel. If you choose to stuff your bird this would be the time to do so.

Family Recipe: Simple Rub

Rub the exterior of turkey with a blend of your favorite herbs and spices or with a paste made of the following ingredients:

4 Tbsp oil, (melted butter, margarine, olive oil, etc.)
4 tsp. salt, or to taste
2 tsp. paprika

Place the turkey in an open roasting pan, breast side up. Cover the bottom of the pan with approximately 2 cups water or broth. Place your beautiful turkey in the oven.

Roasting:

Use a 325º F oven. We would encourage you to check the internal temperature throughout the roasting time to be careful not to over-roast. The internal temperature typically increases more rapidly during the last half of roasting.

There is no need to turn the bird while roasting as it will brown to a rich, golden color. A foil tent can be placed loosely over the turkey during the last hour of roasting to prevent over browning. For truly marvelous gravy, heat (do not boil) 1 cup white wine. Pour this over your turkey halfway through the roasting time. When the turkey reaches the desired internal temperature, remove from the oven. Cover and let stand for at least 15 minute before carving.

Beautiful

Beautiful turkey!

The turkey itself was very good—however

The turkey itself was very good—flavorful, well-raised, and cooked beautifully. From a product standpoint, I have no complaints about the meat.

We are fully committed to supporting regenerative and responsibly raised agriculture, which is why we chose to purchase directly from Diestel Family Ranch. Unfortunately, the overall purchasing experience did not live up to that commitment.

I ordered a 16–18 lb fresh turkey and received one closer to 16 lbs, with no price adjustment. When purchasing through Whole Foods, if you pay for an 18-lb turkey and receive a smaller one, the difference is credited. That did not happen here, despite the premium price.

In addition, the turkey arrived slightly frozen. For a product marketed and priced as “fresh,” this was unexpected and inconvenient, particularly when planning holiday timing and preparation.

Finally, the direct-from-company price was higher than what I typically pay at Whole Foods for the same turkey, which made the lack of weight adjustment and the partially frozen condition more frustrating.

Bottom line: the turkey was good, and we value the principles behind how it is raised, but the overall experience was not. For future buyers, I would recommend purchasing this turkey through a retailer like Whole Foods rather than ordering directly, unless these issues are addressed.

The turkey arrived on time and was still cold

The turkey arrived on time and was still cold. Put it in the refrigerator to thaw. Was a hit at Christmas dinner.

This turkey + Ina Garten roast turkey recipe = Best turkey we ever had.

We followed the directions and the turkey was very dry. Very disappointed for the money spent.

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