Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week -The Juiciest Turkey Ever

Christmas is around the corner and its an all Jennie - O Turkey Day! This week's Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week is -The Juiciest Turkey Ever. Using a JENNIE-O® Premium Fresh Young Turkey with a Sweet and Savory Cajun Rub. Get ready for a special Christmas Day Dinner. Along with the Turkey Recipe I have a Appetizer and Dessert Recipe from the Jennie - O Turkey website. Merry Christmas and Make the SWITCH in 2018!  https://www.jennieo.com/

 The Juiciest Turkey Ever
Show your holiday guests that you care with the juiciest turkey EVER. With a sweet and savory Cajun rub, this unbelievably juicy recipe makes the perfect centerpiece to an unforgettable holiday meal.

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons ground oregano
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 (8 to 12-pound) JENNIE-O® Premium Fresh Young Turkey
3 tablespoons butter, softened

DIRECTIONS
1) Combine brown sugar, Cajun seasoning, oregano, thyme and garlic powder in a small bowl. Rub turkey with butter and sprinkle with brown sugar mixture. Place turkey in v-rack, upside down, over roasting pan. Cooking your turkey upside down makes for a juicy, tender turkey.
2) Cook turkey as specified on the package. Roast until timer pops up and turkey is fully cooked, 180°F as measured by a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh. ALWAYS confirm doneness with a meat thermometer. Juices should run clear. Let turkey stand 20 minutes before carving.
3) Let turkey stand 20 minutes before carving.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 90
Carbohydrates 8g
Sugars 4g
Protein 113g
Fiber 2g
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