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How to cook a soft and juicy turkey? Master class #42
The turkey is baked whole in the oven, stuffed with various fruits, spices and herbs. The filling depends on the imagination of the cook and his personal preferences. And the main place of the festive table is occupied by a Christmas turkey baked entirely in the oven. It gives off such a fragrance that hardly any of the guests will refuse to try it.
Useful tips
Before you understand how to cook a Christmas turkey, you need to be able to choose the right bird. Otherwise, the dish may turn out to be tasteless. When choosing a turkey, it is important to pay attention to its skin. It should be a light uniform color. A fresh and high-quality carcass is always elastic and whole.
Usually, cooking a Christmas turkey begins with marinating the bird. The marinade is most often prepared on the basis of citrus juice and water, which helps to avoid overdrying the meat. Pickling should be done in advance, as it may take about a day.
On a note! It usually takes 3–7 hours to bake a turkey, depending on the size of the bird.
