The holidays are just around the corner, and it’s time to talk turkey! For me and my family, Christmas dinner just wouldn’t be the same without some Canadian turkey on the table. We’ve got six weeks to go, and that means lots of holiday parties, family get-togethers, and festive celebrations leading up to the big day. Turkey is a tasty, nutritious, and economical option for all your holiday meals!
But when you have family and friends over, you don’t want to spend all day in the kitchen prepping your meal and roasting a whole bird. Plan to make some of your dishes in advance, and this “Make it Faster” Festive Carved Turkey recipe will help you put a gorgeous carved roast turkey on your table in less than two hours. You’ll have more time to spend with your guests, and still present them with a stunning meal that will satisfy a hungry crowd.
“Make it Faster” Festive Carved Turkey
Ingredients
- 1 cup roughly chopped carrots
- 1 cup roughly chopped celery
- 1 cup roughly chopped onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic peeled
- 1 14 -16 lb turkey broken down into parts OR
- 2 large legs 2 large thighs and 2 large bone-in breasts
- 6 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 cup broth
- ½ cup white wine
- 1 tbsp each of paprika thyme, sage, oregano and garlic powder
- salt and pepper to season
- fresh rosemary and thyme optional
Instructions
- Set your oven to 425F.
- Place your carrots, celery, onions and garlic in a large roasting pan.
- Dress with olive oil and a light sprinkle of salt and pepper.
- Pat the turkey parts dry with a paper towel.
- Combine dry spices to make a rub. Sprinkle generously on both sides of the turkey parts.
- Spread your turkey parts skin side up around the pan. Make sure to leave room between the pieces to allow heat to circulate.
- If using any fresh herbs, tuck in around the parts.
- Add the broth and white wine.
- Roast turkey for 30 minutes at 425F.
- Lower heat to 350F and cook for an additional 1- 1½ hours until an instant thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast reads 170F.
- Remove from heat and tent for thirty minutes before carving.
Notes
Tuck garlic under turkey parts to ensure they don’t burn.
Get your local butcher to break down your turkey for you. This is an economical way to use a whole bird for parts, with no extra work for you!
Make sure to get the carcass, neck and wings from your butcher to make a rich and tasty turkey stock.
If your local grocer doesn’t have a butcher on site, you can use turkey parts for this recipe. Make sure to stock up on extra dark or white meat, depending on what your family prefers.
Make a quick gravy: Pour off pan juices and let sit for 2-3 minutes until fat rises to the top. Skim off fat. Blend together remaining pan juices and vegetables to make a delicious gravy. Add a ½ - ¾ cup of broth or milk, 2 tbsps of cornstarch and heat until thickened to desired consistency.
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My favorite recipe on their website is the Honey Garlic Turkey Tenders with Sweet and Smoky Dipping Sauce
I found a new soup recipe to try: Squash, Turkey and Zucchini Soup .
Looks easy and I have all the ingredients at home.
The SWEET CHILI & LIME TURKEY MEATBALLS would be a hit at our house!
My favorite recipe is the SQUASH, TURKEY AND ZUCCHINI SOUP.
My favourite turkey recipe is SWEET & SPICY OVEN-FRIED TURKEY DRUMMETTES!
Cheesy tomato and turkey bake looks really yummy!
My fave recipe is SAUSAGE AND PISTACHIO STUFFED TURKEY BREAST ROAST 🙂
I love the idea of barbecuing it and wrapping the pieces in foil to not dry out. Save valuable oven space for pie!
I would mind trying the Beer Can BBQ Turkey. That looks so good…
My kids love the GRILLED TURKEY TACOS
oh my gosh I am super hungry now! My favorite holiday recipes are the Twice Baked Turkey Dijon Baked Potatoes and the Peach Glazed Roasted Turkey Breast
I love the Slow Cooker Turkey Breast, I made it for Thanksgiving and it turned out great. One way to keep the oven free for side dishes etc.
I love roast turkey with dressing. The SQUASH, TURKEY AND ZUCCHINI soup sounds delicious.
I will definately try the turkey , squash and zucchini soup recipe
I would like to try the Peach Glazed Roasted Turkey Breast for the holidays. It make for a unique twist!
I’d love to make the sweet chili and lime turkey meatballs.
My favorite holiday turkey recipe is the Deliciously simple herb roasted turkey.
The SQUASH, TURKEY AND ZUCCHINI soup sounds good. I would love to try this.
I really look forward to trying out the SQUASH, TURKEY AND ZUCCHINI SOUp.
Loving their Sweet & Spicy Oven-Fried Turkey Drummettes recipe
The favourite turkey recipe in my home would be the tacos. We love mexican food.
The SWEET & SPICY OVEN-FRIED TURKEY DRUMMETTES look absolutely delicious!!
I would like to try the PEACH GLAZED ROASTED TURKEY BREAST for the holidays
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Oven-Baked Panko Parmesan Turkey Fingers is my favourite recipe from the site.
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My favorite recipe is POTATO-TOPPED TURKEY MEATLOAF BITES because it looks and sounds absolutely delicious ! I do believe I’m going to make this recipe, yummy !
My favorite holiday turkey recipe is Sweet & Spicy Oven-Fried Turkey Drummettes.
After a suggestion last year, I made my turkey with a mayonaisse rub. It was delicious and so moist.
I love making pot pies with turkey. The APPLE, CHEDDAR & TURKEY HAND PIES look amazing and a recipe that I like and want to try.
The Turkey Apple Cheddar Patty Melts look delicious 🙂
My favourite recipe is the SQUASH, TURKEY AND ZUCCHINI SOUP. So good!
The Apple Cheddar Turkey Patty Melts sound delicious.
I love a roasted turkey (whole) dinner with all the fixings!
I’d love to try the Sweet & Spicy Oven-Fried Turkey Drummettes recipe.
The SWEET CHILI & LIME TURKEY MEATBALLS looks so delicious!!
I would love to try the Squash, Zucchini and Turkey Soup. It sounds delicious.
My favorite tip comes from their page on cooking frozen turkeys: “Thawing: The safest way to thaw frozen turkey is either in the refrigerator or in cold water. Never thaw your turkey at room temperature.” Now how do we convince Mom to do it the modern way?
Squash turkey zucchini soup looks so amazing. The recipe is nice and easy and yet so colourful and nutritious
I found oven-baked #Turkey fingers fro @MBturkey on their website. sound delicious and I am going to try these tonight.
I would love to try the cheesy tomato and turkey bake, it’s perfect for all those leftovers!
The TURKEY APPLE CHEDDAR PATTY MELTS would be amazing for a quick holiday meal. The recipe looks so good.
I would like to try the PEACH GLAZED ROASTED TURKEY BREAST
I really, really, really need to try the TURKEY AND BLACK BEAN SLOW COOKER BURRITO BOWLS
The CHEESY TOMATO AND TURKEY BAKE looks really good and really simple to make .
I would like to try the oven baked Panko Parmesan turkey fingers. They sound tasty.
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I would love the Caesar Turkey Schnitzel Sandwich recipe.
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also like their tips on how to make a quick and tasty gravy.
I like the Grilled Turkey Breast with Mushroom and Wild Rice Stuffing