I admitted a few days ago that we have never roasted a turkey. And it’s not because we don’t have the equipment. We have a beautiful Calphalon roasting pan and an electric knife just sitting on the shelf in our garage, patiently waiting to make their debut. Perhaps for Thanksgiving 2012?
{Thanksgiving 2006 at my parents’ house}
If we were hosting this year, here are two turkeys that I would turn to for inspiration:
- From Alton Brown: Brine with brown sugar and candied ginger and roast with apples, cinnamon, rosemary, and sage.
- From Michael Symon: Stuffed with garlic and apples and covered in a cheese cloth soaked in cider butter. Served with lager gravy.
Are you roasting a bird this year?
I used Alton’s recipe every year and it’s always amazing. THE BEST turkey I’ve ever had!!!
I’ve never roasted a turkey either! Wasn’t going to this year and then I saw the turkey at the grocery store and couldn’t say no! Now I’m making it over the weekend- thanks for the links!