Molasses-Glazed Turkey

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
42%
Molasses-Glazed Turkey
190 min.
8
890kcal

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Bring a touch of sweetness to your holiday table with this delightful Molasses-Glazed Turkey. This dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it perfect for a wide array of dietary needs, but it also packs a flavor punch that will have your guests raving! The caramelized molasses glaze adds a rich, deep flavor that perfectly complements the savory, juicy turkey. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a satisfying family meal, this turkey is sure to impress.

Imagine the aroma filling your home as the turkey roasts slowly in the oven, its skin turning a beautiful golden brown. The simplicity of the ingredients—a blend of Dijon mustard and rich molasses—means you can focus on enjoying the process of cooking rather than juggling complicated recipes. With a cook time of about three hours, this turkey allows you to relax and entertain. You won’t just serve a meal; you’ll present a centerpiece that beckons everyone to gather around the table.

This Molasses-Glazed Turkey is perfect for lunch or dinner and serves eight hearty portions, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or holiday feasts. After letting it rest, the flavors meld beautifully, ensuring each slice is bursting with taste. Accompany it with your favorite gravy, and you've created a meal that will be remembered long after the last bite. Get ready to make this dish the highlight of your dining experience!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  • 0.8 cup blackstrap molasses 
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • 14 lb turkey 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • kitchen twine

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Position a rack in a large roasting pan.
  2. Rinse turkey inside and out; pat dry.
  3. Place turkey, breast side up, on rack in roasting pan. Season inside and out with salt and pepper. Tuck under skin at neck end, fold wings under and, using kitchen string, tie legs together.
  4. Roast turkey for 2 1/4 hours. When pan juices begin forming (check after first hour) baste with juices every 30 minutes.
  5. Whisk together mustard and molasses.
  6. Remove turkey from oven and brush with molasses mixture. Return to oven and continue roasting about 45 minutes longer, basting every 10 to 15 minutes (tent bird lightly with foil if it begins to get too dark), or until a meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh, away from bone, registers 165F.
  7. Remove string from legs and let turkey stand, loosely covered with foil, for 20 minutes to let juices set. Carve turkey and arrange on a platter.
  8. Serve warm with your favorite gravy.

Nutrition Facts

Calories890kcal
Protein56.02%
Fat33.02%
Carbs10.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.5
Glycemic Load
10.4
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
40.920869759162%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:889.71kcal
44.49%
Fat:32.01g
49.24%
Saturated Fat:8.25g
51.59%
Carbohydrates:23.9g
7.97%
Net Carbohydrates:23.66g
8.6%
Sugar:24.02g
26.69%
Cholesterol:405.78mg
135.26%
Sodium:898.57mg
39.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:122.2g
244.4%
Vitamin B3:43.33mg
216.66%
Selenium:127.58µg
182.26%
Vitamin B6:3.59mg
179.57%
Vitamin B12:6.88µg
114.6%
Phosphorus:1047.24mg
104.72%
Zinc:10.16mg
67.73%
Vitamin B2:1.05mg
61.59%
Magnesium:220.06mg
55.01%
Potassium:1732.18mg
49.49%
Vitamin B5:4.84mg
48.42%
Iron:6.43mg
35.72%
Copper:0.59mg
29.61%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.75%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.61%
Calcium:130.43mg
13.04%
Vitamin D:1.69µg
11.27%
Folate:39.84µg
9.96%
Vitamin A:319.6IU
6.39%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.51%
Source:My Recipes