Good Eating Monday: Flavor That Turkey!
Today, we're going to talk Turkey, since it's Thanksgiving week---specifically ways to flavor that bird you plan to roast in oven. This list of suggestions is from Better Home & Gardens website, which you can go to using the link below for specific directions & pictures for each of these methods: http://www.bhg.com/thanksgiving/recipes/12-mouthwatering-ways-to-cook-a-turkey/#page=1 (I only mention those related to oven roasting ) 1) Brush bird with oil and rub a homemade spice mixture into the skin. 2) Infuse your turkey with a simple marinade of orange juice and olive oil. 3) Infuse your turkey with a seasoned liquid . 4) Apply a glaze : a third of the way through roasting apply a sweet apple jelly mixed with brandy & sage. (recipe at link above) 5) Brine your bird . This method involves soaking your bird in a seasoned brine 8 to 12 hours in advance of roasting. 6) Crust you turkey : Put toget...