Maple Roast Turkey

Name: Maple Roast Turkey
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 3 h 30 min
Total time: 4 h 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups apple cider; ⅓ cup real maple syrup; 2 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh thyme; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram; 1 ½ teaspoons grated lemon zest; ¾ cup butter, softened; salt and pepper to taste; 1 (12 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets reserved; 2 cups chopped onion; 1 ½ cups chopped celery; 1 ½ cups chopped carrots; 3 cups chicken broth; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 1 bay leaf; ½ cup apple brandy

Instructions

Prep:1hCook:3h 30min

This is the perfect turkey. The maple adds a sweet flavor that is just divine. A family favorite! Substitute 2 teaspoons dried marjoram if fresh marjoram is not available.

Updated at: Wed, 28 Sep 2022 08:32:22 GMT