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How To Roast A Turkey – Super Easy And Delicious Recipe!

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Here’s an easy recipe and tips for how to roast a turkey! This is the best roast turkey recipe ever and everyone raves about how moist and delicious it is!

Here's a super easy how to roast a turkey recipe! This is the best roast turkey recipe ever and everyone raves about how moist and delicious it is!

How To Roast A Turkey

If you don’t know how to roast a turkey, you’re going to love this super easy roast turkey recipe! There are only 2 ingredients and it takes just 5 minutes to prepare. Then it can roast in the oven overnight and will be perfectly juicy, moist and delicious just in time for your holiday meal!

I will actually be sharing 2 turkey recipes with you today. Both of them make wonderfully tasty and juicy Christmas or Thanksgiving turkey. The reason I’ll share 2 recipes is that the easiest turkey tastes amazing but is so fall off the bone tender that it does not have the crispy top traditional Christmas movie look.

The second recipe is also very delicious, but also has the classic crispy top look, in case you’re trying to wow your extended family with your Thanksgiving turkey roasting prowess! It’s slightly more time-consuming to prepare, but just as tasty!

Either way, you’re sure to have a juicy and delicious roast turkey!

If you choose the first recipe, the super easy turkey recipe, you can pretty much spend 5 minutes prepping it and then put it in the oven and leave it alone until it is done. The only extra work is turning down the temperature after an hour.

If you choose the second (slightly more complicated) recipe, be sure to baste regularly according to the recipe directions or the turkey will get dry. Also, be sure to add the water to the pan as directed if you start to run out of juices for basting to make sure that the turkey stays nice and moist.

Be Sure To Allow Sufficient Time To Thaw The Turkey!

Sometimes turkeys do not cook properly because they don’t get thawed. It is super important to properly thaw your turkey before you try to roast it. If you don’t thaw it ahead of time, you might find that it gets overly cooked on the outside and is still raw or undercooked in the middle. That would obviously not be good, so if necessary, set a reminder or write “thaw turkey” on the calendar so you don’t forget!

You need to allow 1 day of thawing time for every 4 lbs. of turkey. You can keep a thawed turkey in the fridge for at least 3-4 days, so if it is done thawing a little bit early, it won’t hurt anything. Thaw your turkey with the breast side down so the juices will run into the breast. (The turkey breast is the thick part of the meat that is usually on the top.)

Buy Whole Turkeys Around Holidays While They Are On Sale

Turkey isn’t expensive at all, especially around the holidays so stock up now. I got two turkeys today for $.39/lb. I had the butcher cut them in half just like last year and the year before!

If you haven’t heard of cutting them in half, you can often ask a butcher to cut a turkey in half and wrap the two halves separately. Normally, each half would be closer to the size of a chicken, so you can serve it in place of chicken for any normal size meal. We have a stand up freezer so I often buy extra turkeys when they are on sale. You can stock up during the holidays when turkey is cheap, serve turkey in place of chicken and save a bundle on your food bill!

How To Roast A No Fail Turkey!

This first recipe is my mom Jill’s roast turkey recipe. It is the one we all make the most often because of how super easy and delicious it is! It is a no-fail turkey recipe that literally only takes 5 minutes to prepare.

The secret to why this is a no-fail turkey recipe is that it is slow-cooked at a lower temperature for a longer amount of time, resulting in a perfectly moist and juicy turkey with very little work. Mom only uses this turkey recipe and I use this one most often because it is so easy.

Because this recipe calls for cooking the turkey upside down, the turkey meat ends up so tender that it falls off the bone without cutting. For this reason, you will want to serve this turkey already carved. If you have never cooked a turkey before or if you just like things to be as easy as possible and still taste great, this is the recipe for you.

This first roast turkey recipe does not have the traditional crispy top that you see in the movies, but it is amazingly delicious! If you really prefer to have a turkey that has the classic crispy top look, the roast sticky turkey recipe below can’t be beat.

Both recipes are juicy, tender and delicious! The biggest differences are that the super easy one is almost no work and the roast sticky turkey recipe requires more work but has the picture perfect crispy skin.

A Few Notes About Turkey Safety

Some people are concerned about roasting turkey this way because of the lower baking temperature of this recipe but it is perfectly safe if you start at 250° and then turn down to 200° after an hour. When it is finished, the internal temperature at the thigh should be 180° or higher.

Like chicken, you need to be sure to wash your hands after handling raw turkey before touching other things so you don’t contaminate surfaces and other foods.

Some people like to rinse their turkeys before cooking them, but we don’t recommend it. Rinsing is not necessary and can actually increase the likelihood of spreading dangerous bacteria everywhere as the water can carry germs to nearby surfaces. Cooking your turkey at the proper temperatures will kill harmful bacteria and as I like to say, no self-respecting germ would survive!

This easy no-fail turkey recipe makes the best turkey you will ever eat! It is super tasty, moist and tender! The meat will just fall off the bones so you will have to serve it already carved. It will be very juicy and moist.

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These Roast Turkey Recipes Are In Volume 1 of Our Cookbook:

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How To Roast A Prettier Turkey (with a little more work)

Here is another super delicious roast turkey recipe! If you want to know how to roast a turkey that is picture perfect with the crispy skin like you see in the classic movies, then this is the recipe for you. It takes a little bit more work than the super easy recipe above, but it’s still fairly easy and definitely delicious!

This recipe takes a little bit longer to prepare, but still not more than 10 minutes. In order to keep the crispy top from drying out and burning, you have to base it every 30-45 minutes as it bakes, which is easy but requires more of your attention than Mom’s turkey recipe above.

(If you haven’t done it before, basting a turkey is easy. You just pull the turkey partway out of the oven, spoon the juices over the top to keep it moistened and then slide it back into the oven until the next basting.)

If you need to know how to roast a turkey, this easy roast sticky turkey recipe is a great way to do it! Very moist and flavorful, it is very easy to make and makes a great deli style turkey with the crispy skin. It also makes wonderful leftovers!

Easy Homemade Salsa Recipe

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This fresh homemade salsa recipe makes a tasty Mexican salsa perfect served with Mexican food or eaten with chips or as a salad topping! My husband and I have enjoyed this recipe our entire married life and it is delicious!

Save money with this delicious easy homemade salsa recipe! Fresh salsa is a tasty way to use all of those tomatoes, onions and peppers from your garden and this recipe makes it super easy!

Save money with this delicious and easy homemade salsa recipe! Fresh salsa is a tasty way to use all of those tomatoes, onions, and peppers from your garden!

For more quick and easy recipes like this easy homemade salsa recipe, check out our cookbooks!

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Maple Glazed Chicken Recipe

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This maple glazed chicken recipe makes a very tasty chicken dinner. It’s quick and easy and certain to please your family and friends!

This maple glazed chicken recipe is one of our readers' favorite recipes, and for good reason! It is DELICIOUS!! It is quick and super easy to make with just 5 ingredients. I have made this chicken recipe for our family for years and my husband and the kids have always gobbled it up! I usually make some rice and a vegetable like broccoli to go with it, but you can serve it with any easy side and vegetable.

This maple glazed chicken recipe is one of our readers’ favorite recipes, and for good reason! It is DELICIOUS!!

Not only that, it is super easy to make with just 5 ingredients. I have made this chicken recipe for our family for years and my husband and the kids have always gobbled it up! I usually make some rice and a vegetable like broccoli to go with it, but you can serve it with any easy side and vegetable.

Here are some good side options for the maple glazed chicken:

Rice – This is my favorite because it’s easy to just throw some rice on and it will be done in 15 minutes. My husband likes using a rice cooker so we just toss the rice in there and it cooks itself. He also uses rice for other lunches so he often makes a big batch and then we can just warm up some of it to go with whatever dinner I’m serving.

Potatoes – Potatoes are also a good option – I usually cube them and boil until tender, but you could also make mashed potatoes or baked potatoes if you prefer.

Dinner rolls or bread – Don’t be afraid to just serve with sliced bread or store bought dinner rolls. If you’re short on time, it is OK to take shortcuts to make dinner easier. It is much easier and cheaper than eating out and most kids appreciate simple meals.

A vegetable – I usually serve it with broccoli because my family always eats it, but you can serve with mixed vegetables, squash, a California blend if you want it to look fancy or even stir fry vegetables. We mostly use the frozen vegetables and just microwave them shortly before the chicken is ready.

A salad – This could be a dinner salad with your favorite lettuce as simple or as complicated as you like. For an easy salad, I often slice cucumbers and onions and add a viniagrette salad dressing. This would be really good with black olives, too.

A sliced veggie tray – I like to make a combination of cucumbers, baby carrots, sliced bell peppers.

This Maple Glazed Chicken recipe is from volume 1 of our Dining On A Dime Cookbook. For more quick and easy recipes your family will love, check it out here:

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“I made your maple glazed chicken recipe for a cooking contest at church. We had 45 minutes and $30 to feed 20 people 3 courses. My team did it for $22.” -Elizabeth Polk

“I made Maple Glazed Chicken last night so yummy even my husband loved it!! 😊” -Cindy

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The BEST 3 Ingredient Roast Chicken Recipe

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This easy roast chicken recipe makes moist, delicious chicken. Spend 5 to 10 minutes preparing it, add carrots and potatoes and you’re done with dinner! You can find this recipe in volume 1 of our Dining On A Dime Cookbook.

This easy roast chicken recipe makes moist, delicious chicken. Spend 5 to 10 minutes preparing it, add carrots and potatoes and you're done with dinner!

Your family will love this healthy chicken recipe and it’s very versatile, so you can make it with a variety of different sides and have many different meals. Mike and the kids love this chicken and it’s a frequent favorite at our home. You can also use the roast chicken leftovers to make lots of other recipes that are best with roast chicken!

This easy roast chicken recipe is from volume 1 of our cookbook:

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This Delicious Ice Cream Pie Recipe Is So Easy!

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Indulge in a delectable ice cream pie recipe that can be easily made and frozen at home! Why spend money on a store-bought version when you can whip up this tasty treat for a fraction of the cost? It’s perfect for sharing at parties and get-togethers, or simply enjoying anytime you crave a sweet and refreshing dessert.

Here's an easy ice cream pie recipe you can make and freeze for a delicious treat anytime! Delicious and perfect for parties and get-togethers!

This easy ice cream pie recipe makes a delicious and cool dessert perfect for any occasion! It’s super easy to make with a few minutes’ work. Then pop it in the freezer and it will be ready within a couple of hours. It’s perfect for parties or for a special treat anytime. This ice cream pie is a cool treat that is great in the summer, but also wonderful to serve for holidays!

There’s no reason to spend too much for ice cream pie at the ice cream shop. It’s super easy to make yourself.

How To Make The Ice Cream Pie

Start with a crust of crushed Oreo cookies blended with butter. The off-brand version of Oreo cookies works just fine! Then press the crust into a pie plate.

Next, you will layer ice cream with your choice of ice cream toppings, nuts and whipped cream. You can make it as simple or as fancy as you like. Feel free to use alternating ice cream flavors for more ice cream layers.

You can use any toppings you like, like chocolate, butterscotch or caramel, or if you prefer choose your favorite fruit flavors. You can also layer with any other toppings that sound good to you like miniature marshmallows, chocolate chips, miniature candy bars, nuts, coconut and more!

Whichever toppings you choose, you’re sure to love it! This easy ice cream pie recipe is simple to make ahead of time and store in the freezer when you need to grab something fast!

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Sour Cream Enchiladas Recipe – Quick, Simple & Tasty!

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This Sour Cream Enchiladas Recipe makes yummy enchiladas that are easy to make and super popular with families. It’s easy to add your own variations to satisfy everyone in your family!

This Sour Cream Enchiladas Recipe makes yummy enchiladas that are super easy to make. It's easy to add your own variations to satisfy everyone in your family!

This Sour Cream Enchiladas Recipe is from volume 1 of our cookbook:

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Other recipes that go great with these sour cream enchiladas:

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Easy Snickerdoodles Recipe – Tasty Snickerdoodle Cookies!

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This easy snickerdoodles recipe is a tasty treat that everyone loves! You’ll also find instructions to make a jar mix that’s perfect for gift giving!

This easy snickerdoodles recipe makes delicious buttery snickerdoodle cookies. With the texture of sugar cookies and a slight cinnamon flavor, these cookies are a tasty treat that everyone loves! You'll also find instructions to make a jar mix that's perfect for gift giving!

Snickerdoodle cookies are a classic sugar cookie style cookie that everyone loves! They are not as sweet as sugar cookies but have a nice buttery cinnamon flavor. Snickerdoodle cookies can range from crispy to soft. Our easy snickerdoodles recipe is on the softer side, with just a slight delicate crunch to make them perfect!

I don’t know many people who don’t just love snickerdoodles! My kids can eat an entire batch in one sitting… If there are any left by the time they get home from school!

If you want, you can make several batches of snickerdoodle cookies and keep them in the cupboard in a cookie jar so you can have fresh snickerdoodles any time! This easy snickerdoodles recipe makes a snack that’s great for keeping on hand for after school snacks. Keep some on hand and you won’t always have to come up with something new for the kids before they go out to play.

Snickerdoodles as a Jar Mix Gift

This easy snickerdoodles recipe is designed as a jar mix perfect for gift giving. Our recipe below includes instructions for making the cookies right away and also instructions for making the jar mix to give as a gift.

If you are gift-giving, save pretty jars or mason jars to put the mix in. Put a pretty ribbon around the top and you have a quick and easy gift! These jar mixes are also perfect when included in homemade gift baskets!

This easy snickerdoodles recipe is from Volume 1 of our cookbook:

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Ham And Noodle Casserole Recipe Your Family Will LOVE!

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Whip up this creamy ham and noodle casserole recipe in minutes! One of the best easy dinner recipes, it’s the perfect way to use leftover ham and noodles for a quick, family-friendly meal.

This ham and noodles casserole recipe is quick and easy and kids love it! Just 5 minutes preparation for a tasty meal without a lot of work!

This recipe is perfect for using up leftover ham. Whenever you make ham and have a little extra, keep some of the ham in the freezer just to use for easy recipes like this one! Pro tip: If you chop the ham before putting it in the freezer and store it in individual servings in freezer bags, you can just pull it out, defrost slightly, and dump it in the recipe when you’re in a hurry!

If you need a comforting, family-friendly meal that’s ready in a flash, this easy ham and noodle casserole recipe is the answer! Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with savory ham, it’s one of those easy dinner recipes you’ll find yourself making again and again.

This easy ham and noodle casserole recipe is a quick and easy recipe that kids and families love! It’s a great way to use leftover ham! Ham and noodles is a quick and easy meal for days when you’re just too tired to cook. Keep some ham in the freezer just to use for easy recipes like this.

With only 5 minutes of prep, you can have this delicious ham and noodles in the oven and a hearty dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. Serve it as is for a simple weeknight dinner, or add your favorite vegetables for an extra boost of flavor and nutrition. Either way, it’s a quick, budget-friendly recipe that brings everyone to the table with a smile! It is a quick and easy recipe that kids and families love!

This quick and easy ham and noodle casserole recipe is from Volume 1 of our cookbook:

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