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Brined & Seasoned Whole Turkey
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If you’re yearning for something lean, clean, and more manageable (but no less mouthwatering) than a Diestel Original turkey, our Organic Petite Whole Turkey may just be the bird you seek. It’s packed with all of the same succulent Diestel Family Ranch flavor, but in a smaller package that’s fit for two.
Product is available in select retail stores.
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Weight | Roasting Time |
6-10 lbs. | approx. 2 hrs. |
10-12 lbs. | 2 – 2 3/4 hrs |
12-14 lbs. | 2 3/4 – 3 1/2 hrs. |
14-16 lbs. | 3 1/2 – 3 3/4 hrs. |
16-18 lbs. | 3 3/4 – 4 hrs. |
18-20 lbs. | 4 – 4 1/2 hrs. |
That suggested roasting times may vary. If the turkey is unstuffed, decrease the roasting times listed above by approximately 30 minutes.
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.
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.
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.
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.