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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 18 |
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I have my mother and our Chinese heritage to thank for this moist and savory turkey. The vanilla, aniseed and apple juice make the basting sauce unique. Ingredients:
2 to 3 celery ribs |
1 to 2 green onions |
1 turkey (16 to 20 pounds) |
3 cups water, divided |
1 cup soy sauce |
1/4 cup sugar |
1/4 cup apple juice |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder |
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger |
1/8 teaspoon aniseed, crushed |
1/8 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves |
Directions:
1. Place celery and onions inside the turkey cavity. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup water, soy sauce, sugar, apple juice, vanilla and seasonings; mix well. Place turkey, breast side up, on a rack in a roasting pan; pour remaining water into the pan. Pour 1/4 cup soy sauce mixture into the cavity and another 1/4 cup over turkey; set remaining sauce aside. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 180°, basting occasionally with remaining sauce. When turkey begins to brown, cover lightly with foil. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes before carving. Yield: 19-20 servings.
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