Best Thanksgiving Turkey in a Brown Paper Bag

This classic roasted turkey method uses a brown paper bag to lock in moisture, creating a tender, juicy bird. Filled with aromatic vegetables and seasoned simply with butter, salt and pepper, it's an easy way to make the yummiest turkey.

Author: Darryl and Annie McDaniel

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BEST THANKSGIVING TURKEY IN A BROWN PAPER BAG

This classic roasted turkey method uses a brown paper bag to lock in moisture, creating a tender, juicy bird. Filled with aromatic vegetables and seasoned simply with butter, salt and pepper, it's an easy way to make the yummiest turkey.

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Ingredients

• 1 whole turkey (12-14 lbs), cleaned gizzards and neck removed
• 1 onion, quartered
• 1 stick celery, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 stick butter, softened
• 2 brown paper shopping bags
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. Place onion, carrot and celery inside the turkey cavity.
3. Rub half the butter inside the cavity. Coat the outside of the turkey with the remaining butter, and season generously with salt and pepper.
4. Place the turkey breast-side down in a large brown paper bag. Slide the first bag into a second to fully enclose the turkey.
5. Place the bagged turkey in a roasting pan and position it in the middle of the oven.
6. Roast for 3-4 hours or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the break reads 165°.
7. Remove from the oven, let rest for 20-30 minutes, then carve and serve.