Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe With Bag. It s best to let the turkey stand for 20 minutes before carving to lock in the juices. This is my mom s thanksgiving turkey recipe and it s cooked in an oven bag.
Try the oven bag cooking method to prepare your thanksgiving turkey and find out why it s one of the easiest tastiest ways to produce a moist and juicy turkey. Bake 2 to 2 1 2 hours for a 12 to 16 lb. Fill the cavity with chopped onions carrots apples and herbs then tie the legs together with twine.
This method results in less mess.
Remove from bag to a serving platter tent with foil then let stand before carving. The bird will be perfectly moist when done and you can make gravy out of the juice that forms in the bottom of the bag. 4 8 from 5 votes. Roasted stuffed grilled or cooked in a slow cooker air fryer or instant pot.