High-Heat Roast Turkey

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
23%
High-Heat Roast Turkey
220 min.
25
363kcal

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If you're looking for a show-stopping centerpiece for your holiday feast, look no further than this High-Heat Roast Turkey. This recipe is not only a crowd-pleaser, but it's also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy home cooks. With just a few simple ingredients and a high-heat roasting technique, you'll achieve a juicy, flavorful turkey that will have your guests raving. The key to this recipe is the high temperature, which ensures a crispy, golden skin and locks in the moisture, resulting in tender, fall-off-the-bone meat. And the best part? It's gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, making it suitable for a wide range of dietary needs. Whether you're serving a large family gathering or hosting a dinner party, this roast turkey is sure to impress. The recipe yields a generous 25 servings, making it perfect for feeding a crowd, and with only 363 calories per serving, it's a healthy option too. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a memorable meal with this High-Heat Roast Turkey recipe.

Ingredients

  • 20 lb turkey whole thawed frozen
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 

Equipment

  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • oven mitt

Directions

  1. Move oven rack to lowest position; heat oven to 450°F. Fold wings across back of turkey so tips are touching. Rub both cavities lightly with salt and pepper. Tuck legs under band of skin at tail, or tie together with heavy string, then tie to tail.
  2. On rack in shallow roasting pan, place turkey breast side up. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of inside thigh and does not touch bone. (Do not add water or cover turkey.) If possible, place turkey in oven with legs to the back of the oven so they are in the hottest part of oven.
  3. Roast uncovered 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes, watching carefully. After roasting about 1 hour 30 minutes, wearing oven mitts that cover hands and wrists, place tent of foil loosely over turkey when it begins to turn golden.
  4. Turkey is done when thermometer reads 165°F and drumsticks move easily when lifted or twisted. If meat thermometer is not used, begin testing for doneness after about 2 hours 15 minutes. When turkey is done, place on warm platter and cover with foil to keep warm.
  5. Let stand about 15 minutes for easiest carving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories363kcal
Protein63.03%
Fat36.96%
Carbs0.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.28
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
22.380000189028%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:363.32kcal
18.17%
Fat:14.53g
22.36%
Saturated Fat:3.76g
23.53%
Carbohydrates:0.01g
0%
Net Carbohydrates:0.01g
0%
Sugar:0.15g
0.17%
Cholesterol:185.5mg
61.83%
Sodium:381.58mg
16.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:55.76g
111.51%
Vitamin B3:19.66mg
98.3%
Selenium:54.88µg
78.4%
Vitamin B6:1.54mg
77.17%
Vitamin B12:3.14µg
52.39%
Phosphorus:471.51mg
47.15%
Zinc:4.59mg
30.58%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.04%
Vitamin B5:2.09mg
20.9%
Potassium:577.4mg
16.5%
Magnesium:64.45mg
16.11%
Iron:2.22mg
12.32%
Copper:0.2mg
9.94%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.25%
Vitamin D:0.77µg
5.15%
Folate:18.04µg
4.51%
Vitamin A:144.39IU
2.89%
Calcium:28.49mg
2.85%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.69%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.55%