directions
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1
Wash and pat dry the turkey, inside and out
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2
Combine the olive oil, orange zest and pepper and rub over the inside and outside of the turkey. Truss the turkey and rotate on the spit rods for 11 to 12 minutes per pound or until the internal temperature reaches 170 degrees on the instant thermometer inserted in the thigh meat
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3
Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes
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4
Carve as usual and serve with Cranberry Gravy. To make gravy, cook cranberries and sugar in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently until sugar is dissolved and cranberries burst, about 10 minutes
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5
Puree in blender or food processor
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6
Heat gravy in a medium saucepan
ROAST TURKEY WITH CRANBERRY GRAVY
ingredients
- 1 12-pound turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1 (12 ounce) bag fresh or frozen cranberries
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 (16 ounce) jar turkey or chicken gravy