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Ina Garten Make-Ahead Roast Turkey

Ina Garten Make-Ahead Roast Turkey
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Ina Garten’s Make-Ahead Roast Turkey is a clever version of the traditional holiday roast. The turkey is roasted and sliced in advance, then stored in flavorful gravy to retain its moisture. When reheated, it tastes as if it just came out of the oven — juicy, aromatic, and beautifully golden. It’s a practical yet elegant solution for entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds), thawed if frozen

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 large bunch of fresh thyme

  • 1 whole lemon, halved

  • 1 head of garlic, halved crosswise

  • 1 large onion, quartered

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cups chicken or turkey stock (for basting)

For the Make-Ahead Gravy:

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • 4 cups turkey stock or pan drippings

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds), thawed if frozen

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 large bunch of fresh thyme

  • 1 whole lemon, halved

  • 1 head of garlic, halved crosswise

  • 1 large onion, quartered

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cups chicken or turkey stock (for basting)

Find it online: https://inagartencooks.com/ina-garten-make-ahead-roast-turkey/