Name: Turkey Cooked in an Oven Bag
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 15 min
Yield: 15 Servings
Cuisine: American

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Turkey Cooked in an Oven Bag

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Instructions

Place cooking rack on the lowest option; Pre-heat the oven to 350℉.

Place the oven bag in a rimmed roasting pan.

Combine all ingredients for herb butter together (I do this in a food processor); set aside.

Clean turkey – remove neck and gizzards from the cavity.

Rinse the turkey thoroughly with cold water, including the cavity.

Pat dry with paper towels.

Season the outside and cavity generously with salt and pepper.

If stuffing the bird, fill the cavity with stuffing. If not stuffing the bird, fill the cavity with extra vegetables.

Rub herb butter all over the outside of the bird, including the underneath.

Sprinkle the flour evenly over the bottom of the bag.

Place chopped onion, carrots and celery in the bottom on the bag.

Add turkey on top of the vegetables and pour in stock; close the bag using the provided tie.

Cut six slits, about ½ inch long, on the top of the bag.

Roast turkey for 2-3 hours, depending on the size (Unstuffed: 13 minutes per pound, Stuffed: 15 minutes per pound).

Remove from oven when the internal temperature (between the leg and breast) reaches 165℉. Allow to rest for 15-30 minutes before carving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Prep the Bag Properly 👜
Shake 1 tablespoon of flour inside the oven bag before adding ingredients to prevent tearing and ensure even heat distribution throughout cooking.
Maximize Steam Circulation 💨
Cut small slits (about ½-inch) in the top of the bag during the last 20-30 minutes of cooking to allow excess steam to escape and develop golden, crispy skin.
Layer Vegetables Strategically 🥕
Place celery, carrots, and onions on the bag bottom to create a natural roasting rack that elevates the turkey and allows heat to circulate underneath for even cooking.
Butter Under the Skin 🧈
Rub softened butter mixed with fresh thyme directly under the turkey skin before bagging to infuse flavor directly into the meat and enhance moisture retention.
Check Doneness Early 🌡️
Since oven bags reduce cooking time by up to 25%, start checking internal temperature (165°F thigh, 160°F stuffing) 30 minutes earlier than traditional methods to avoid overcooking.