EASY THANKSGIVING TURKEY | how to cook and carve the BEST turkey recipe

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  • Are you ready to make the BEST Thanksgiving turkey? Trust me, it’s easier than you think! You don’t need to brine and you don’t need to baste. Just a few simple steps and you’ll have a perfectly golden, juicy, and insanely flavorful roasted turkey that’ll impress your family and guests.
    I know many people get intimidated by cooking a turkey, but you needn't worry. It's easy! Especially with this no-fail, foolproof, beginner recipe. Just think of it as cooking a large chicken. ;) I'm also showing you how to carve a turkey on the video today. Bonus!
    There's a TON more info on the turkey recipe blog post (linked below), as well as more Thanksgiving recipes, so make sure to check that out. I can't wait to see all your beautiful turkeys and Thanksgiving dinners on social media, make sure to tag me!
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    00:00 Intro
    00:30 Thaw your turkey
    00:54 How big of a turkey should you buy?
    01:15 Remove the giblets and neck
    01:57 Essential equipment to cook a turkey (knives, thermometers, and roasting pans)
    02:53 Stuff the turkey with vegetables and herbs
    04:02 Make the herb butter
    05:02 Pat the turkey dry
    05:16 Loosen turkey skin and rub herb butter underneath and all over the outside of the turkey
    06:25 Slice vegetables for roasting pan
    07:15 Place turkey in roasting pan and cook in the oven
    08:00 Remove turkey from oven and let it rest
    09:02 How to carve a turkey
    11:26 Place the turkey on a platter and garnish
    12:08 Taste test
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  • @Downshiftology
    @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +545

    Hi friends! How many of you are cooking your FIRST ever turkey this year? If so, you've got this!! Don't be intimidated by cooking a turkey, it's much easier than you think. And remember that you can find the printable recipe and directions on my website. I can't wait to see all your turkey photos on social media. Remember to tag me! xo - Lisa

    • @adelbounabi
      @adelbounabi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      merci beaucoup👍

    • @magster215
      @magster215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This will be my first attempt. Question, the purple color on the turkey, is it bruises?

    • @magster215
      @magster215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @cynthia g thank you for the response.😁

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @cynthia g Yes, the turkey was fully cooked to 165F. You need to go by temperature, not color. This was a young turkey, and it's common on smaller birds to have some pink around the joints. Here's more information from the USDA: www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/food-safety-education/get-answers/food-safety-fact-sheets/poultry-preparation/is-pink-turkey-meat-safe_/ct_index

    • @MissPaulineM
      @MissPaulineM 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you for this video will definitely be using it...so easy & uncomplicated Happy Thanksgiving Lisa ....💙

  • @myfriendscallmelo9245
    @myfriendscallmelo9245 2 ปีที่แล้ว +449

    i'm a vegetarian, never cooked a turkey in my life. i followed this step by step last year and my guests said it was the best turkey they'd ever had. watching again to use this year :)

    • @Kathryn1209
      @Kathryn1209 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sounds great to me! Mine is still thawing in 💦.

    • @catherined3912
      @catherined3912 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I used it last year with great success and I had never made a turkey before either. I'm back this year too!

    • @lexg1455
      @lexg1455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      False. A vegetarian would never cook a good turkey. Yet alone “best they ever had” 😂

    • @msjenneh1736
      @msjenneh1736 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@lexg1455 I make amazing baked macaroni and cheese... I haven't eaten cheese in 30 years because of a serious allergy and even without ever tasting it I was told it was the best ever and is regularly requested. If you know the science behind cooking you can make amazing food, whether you eat it or not

    • @vyh-186
      @vyh-186 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@msjenneh1736
      Can you please share the recipe coz my kids love macaroni and cheese.

  • @RB32321
    @RB32321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Did this last year and it was my first time ever cooking a whole turkey. It turned out wonderfully! Can’t wait to do it again!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yay, happy to hear you'll be making it again this year!

  • @angeltiantian
    @angeltiantian 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    This is such a great recipe! As a mother of two, cooking is usually chaotic. This preparation was fast, and I even went out for a walk while the bird was cooking! Got a lot of compliments for this turkey + gravy. You made my Thanksgiving easy this year!!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad this was easy to follow along to and it turned out perfectly 😊

  • @Anthony1525
    @Anthony1525 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    This is my first year ever cooking a turkey. I signed up to do it for work. Thank you so much for posting this video. Now I'm much more confident I won't mess up.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope this helps you create the best turkey recipe this year Anthony!

  • @grainsbrains
    @grainsbrains ปีที่แล้ว +9

    So I used this recipe again this year and it turned out just as good as last time. This is truly a simple yet fantastic recipe. The whole family raved at how well it turned out. Thank you again, now it's time to look at your other recipes!

  • @karenelizabeth6956
    @karenelizabeth6956 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    THANKYOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! I had been completely terrified, for at least the last 2 months, about making my very first turkey (at my advanced age, LOL) and YOU and your video made it spectaclur!! My 27 year old son, who has NEVER liked turkey absolutely LOVED it! He even came over yesterday to tell me the left-overs I gave him were even better the next day! I want you to know I must have looked at hundreds of recipes and watched at least the same in videos and yours was the best. I didn't change a thing. We couldn't be with the other 30 or so family members we always celebrate with, but you helped make this little pod of 3 (me, my husband and our son... plus 1 always hungry doggie and 2 hungry, hungry kitties) very, very thankful, happy and very full! BLESS YOU! Oh...I forgot to mention that my 13lb turkey only took 2 1/2 hours at 325 on Convection/Roast. It couldn't have been juicier!

  • @TabiBerry1740
    @TabiBerry1740 3 ปีที่แล้ว +177

    I’m a new college grad and my mother trusted me to make the Turkey this year. I was freaking out but came across this video and she thought my Turkey was store bought! If you guys are contemplating trying this recipe this year, JUST DO IT! You will not regret it! Thanks so much for your help!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Oh yay!! I'm so happy to hear that you loved this recipe. :)

    • @jamesmontes9297
      @jamesmontes9297 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@will7135 I don’t like you. Now what?

    • @will7135
      @will7135 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry kids got a hold of my phone somehow...

    • @frankthetank1369
      @frankthetank1369 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you every cooked a whole chicken & it came out good its almost the same just cooked longer.

    • @joenegrete1059
      @joenegrete1059 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dude same, I’m about to put it in but idk if o should use a Turkey bag

  • @pastorwarreng9775
    @pastorwarreng9775 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I cooked my first turkey Christmas 2020. Look forward to trying this recipe this year. Appreciate that you put the carving technique in the video. Thanks a bunch!

  • @agustinacollado1
    @agustinacollado1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I followed this video step by step last year and it was amazing! Everyone loved the Turkey. Now I came back to it to have another successful thanksgiving dinner 😊

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thrilled to hear this video helped you create the perfect Thanksgiving turkey! Can't wait to see how yours turns out this year 😊

  • @motled
    @motled 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My family is grateful for you! We usually buy a pre-cooked turkey package somewhere online, drive out on the morning of, wait in line and pickup a pre-cooked turkey which we end up reheating for a couple/few hours, and spend the rest of the morning frazzled, assembling sides and sweating through it all. So it's quite stressful for us each year. Your recipe gave us the confidence to make our own turkey from raw/frozen and it came out GOOD and it was so much less stress this year since we followed your instructions and bought the turkey several days ahead to allow it to thaw properly.. we didn't have to drive anywhere or read any last-minute instructions. And, I love how much we've minimized on packaging and trash; so many benefits. I also ended up patting the turkey dry with a bunch of linens rather than paper towels to reduce even further (since we don't own paper towels, kinda had to improvise). The kids raved about the turkey; that's how good it was! Thank you!! I've saved this recipe and we will do it again next year. We wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving to you, Lisa, and your entire family! xoxo, Maureen

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh wonderful! I'm so thrilled you loved the recipe Maureen. I wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving!

  • @daixyray
    @daixyray 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I legit always come back to this video! Cooked my first turkey thanksgiving 2020 with this recipe and everyone said it was the best and moistest turkey ever. I didn’t open the oven for 3 hours and I think that really helped! Then I took it out and let us rest for 40 mins. The turkey was still hot/warm and it stayed moist!! ✨ I’m making another turkey this month and had to come back to use this recipe again!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Happy to hear this is now your go-to turkey recipe Daisy!

  • @leiselsbunsmore4009
    @leiselsbunsmore4009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Followed this exactly today. Best turkey ever. I don’t usually eat the white meat but today I could have eaten all of it. So moist. Perfect recipe for sure. Turned out picture perfect! Thank-you!

  • @yanisaphannet3619
    @yanisaphannet3619 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I cooked your recipe last year thanksgiving 2020 because it was my first time host thanksgiving party. It’s was so delicious,moist,crispy and flavorful. I will host 2 thanksgiving party again this year💪🏼🤞🏽 Thank you so much.

  • @shaunakimura4977
    @shaunakimura4977 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    I followed this recipe over the weekend for my boyfriend and I, it was my first time cooking a turkey and it came out excellent! Now I'll be making it for my family on Thanksgiving 🧡

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yay, I'm happy you both loved it. Happy Thanksgiving!

    • @blackdogbrown
      @blackdogbrown 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@Downshiftology Hi!!! Can you please tell me how you put the Herbed butter underneath the turkey?? Did you just lift it up, and spread it on??
      Also, someone suggested to add oil to the butter, in order not to burn it. I didn't see this comment until *AFTER* i already put the butter spread underneath the skin and some around the top and the legs/wings. With my remainder butter spread, I added 1 tablespoon of Olive Oil to it, and I'm going to mix it throughly, and use it on the turkey.... IS that okay??? It won't mess up herbed butter sauce recipe, right??

    • @blackdogbrown
      @blackdogbrown 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can you *PLEASE* tell me, did you do the recipe the night before and put the Turkey in the fridge overnight?? Or did you wake up really early and prep the turkey??
      I just finished setting up the Turkey, but I'm not sure if I should put it in the fridge, or leave it out until morning??

    • @blackdogbrown
      @blackdogbrown 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@Downshiftology Last question (it's 3:55am going to sleep after this)
      I don't have a "roasting rack" I'm using an aluminum roasting pan, and I put my turkey on top of the veggies, *BUT* I'm wondering can I put some vegetable or chicken stock on the bottom of the pan?? Just to have some liquid on the bottom.. (I do plan to inject the turkey with this broth as well while cooking) and tips on injecting the Turkey, too???

  • @nicolekoeuth1149
    @nicolekoeuth1149 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    I’ve always come back to this recipe and it always goes well each year when we host thanksgiving!

  • @katiebrockway2362
    @katiebrockway2362 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This was my first ever Turkey and it came out great! Thank you for such and easy tutorial. Everyone loved it!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm happy you enjoyed the recipe, Katie!

  • @stevenkong8837
    @stevenkong8837 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Last year we followed this video to roast our turkey at home for the very first time. It was a great success. This year we are going to make the turkey again following this exact video. I wanna say thank you again for this great and helpful video. May you have a blessed and joyful Thanksgiving!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope your turkey turned out just as good as last year Steven! 😊

  • @Eloign
    @Eloign 3 ปีที่แล้ว +622

    Tip: add olive oil to the butter so it doesn't burn.

    • @pipichanmommylove4260
      @pipichanmommylove4260 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Thank you🦃

    • @simonwoo5330
      @simonwoo5330 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I wish i read this before cooking

    • @khalidlothbrok
      @khalidlothbrok 2 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      Stole it from Gordon ramsey

    • @frankthetank1369
      @frankthetank1369 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I add olive oil to my butter when making eggs.

    • @Dame0310
      @Dame0310 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Use Irish imported butter so it doesn’t burn

  • @daisyrussell5440
    @daisyrussell5440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I made a turkey for the first time this Christmas and I followed your recipe to a tee, and it turned out great. Love your stuff!!

  • @EdinaWeasley
    @EdinaWeasley ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is SO helpful, thank you!! My fiancé and I just bought our first home and we wanted to host thanksgiving this year to which I realized… I’ve never cooked a turkey😅 needless to say, I feel super prepared to do this now! Thank YOU!

  • @ashlya2910
    @ashlya2910 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This has to be the best and most detailed video! Thank you from a young adult whos mom never taught her ❤️❤️

  • @yueuphoria8952
    @yueuphoria8952 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I'm French. We don't celebrate Thanksgiving here in France but turkey is one of the dishes that we eat for Christmas' Eve ! I'm not a very good cook but I can't wait to try your recipe ! Thank you very much ! ✨

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This will be perfect for making over your Christmas Eve 😊 Hope you enjoy this one!

  • @aleah3168
    @aleah3168 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Last year we started a tradition that me and my brother would do the turkey every thanksgiving. We used this recipe and the family loved it very much!!! Using the same recipe this year, right now!! Thank you so much!!!

  • @erickajesenia9668
    @erickajesenia9668 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Made this today and came out super delicious!!! So easy and so savory. It was my first time making my own thanksgiving dinner and I super stressed but it was well worth it.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome! I'm so happy you loved the recipe, Ericka!

  • @nerinarangel
    @nerinarangel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I made my first turkey last year and I used this recipe and my family loved it. I’m making it again this year.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome! I'm so happy to hear this turkey recipe will be making a repeat appearance this year! :)

  • @nothanks7687
    @nothanks7687 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    THIS IS THE BEST RECIPE EVER!! It was my first time making a turkey and I followed this exactly and it the moistest turkey I’ve ever ate in my life

  • @stephanieb2576
    @stephanieb2576 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was by far the best turkey I’ve ever made. It was perfect!!! Thank you for sharing this recipe, definitely a keeper ♥️ my family loved it!!!!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Stephanie!

  • @lilymartinez3580
    @lilymartinez3580 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yum you just inspired me to use this simple recipe. I can’t wait to use my new roasting pan as well. Thank you and I’m grateful that you share your simple and healthy recipes with all of us 🙏🏼 God Bless 😘

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wonderful! I hope you enjoy this recipe Lily!

  • @Allicat94
    @Allicat94 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I made this turkey last year for Friendsgiving and my friends were obsessed with it and are wanting me to make it again this year

    • @Knowledgemillenium
      @Knowledgemillenium ปีที่แล้ว

      Dont believe them. They dont want to cook. Dont be a Monica in the pack😂😂

  • @yadiracarrillo6113
    @yadiracarrillo6113 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Had to come on here real quick and thank you for your recipe. I followed the instructions exactly how you said and my turkey came out super moist and juicy!!! It was my first time making it and I was so proud of myself. I was in complete shock. Thank you so much!! My family was impressed!

  • @aarudra50k70
    @aarudra50k70 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lisa always whipping up a sweet and savory option. I love it 🤩

  • @danthalius
    @danthalius 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This is mouthwatering Lisa. You're too harsh on yourself. Thank you for this amazing recipe. I'm afraid that, due to Covid, I might enjoy this recipe all with myself rather than with my folks.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks Alain! 🥰 And yeah, this year is hard with covid. But I do hope you still enjoy this recipe, and I've got recipes with Thanksgiving turkey leftovers coming up on the website as well. So all that turkey won't go to waste!

  • @wwickedsunnyy
    @wwickedsunnyy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Never Cooked Turkey before. I’m motivated to try it now. Love this lady, she’s simply wonderful. Thank you 🙏 😊

    • @fabianafischer9784
      @fabianafischer9784 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amen to that! She is so talented! Every time I try any of her recipes, everybody loves whatever I end up making!

    • @aidaalaniz6937
      @aidaalaniz6937 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Because their hands have to look beautiful for t.v..

    • @joshualuntsford
      @joshualuntsford 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve always done the Turk in my fam. This will be my 20th thanksgiving with my wife and kids. For me. The hardest thing to do while making a Turk in the time. Jeez it takes forever. I. The guy always opening the oven. I just can’t wait.

    • @aynireta6713
      @aynireta6713 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      She is really nice and happy

    • @melindagladstein6793
      @melindagladstein6793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just got married a year ago, so this will be my first turkey ever. Can't wait until tomorrow, thank you for the tips :)

  • @peytonthom3917
    @peytonthom3917 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I used this video last Christmas for my first turkey ever and everyone loved it! I came back to this video for Thanksgiving this year

    • @MSnekita21
      @MSnekita21 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did it taste? How was the flavor?

    • @esexavo
      @esexavo ปีที่แล้ว

      me too , it was amazing

  • @XiXi_000
    @XiXi_000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I see I’ve came to the right spot😩 it’s everyone’s first time including mine.. trying this for tomorrow 🤞🏼

    • @elcHeeSie
      @elcHeeSie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You got this! Let us all know how it went 👍

    • @MegaFinalRound
      @MegaFinalRound 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How is it going?

    • @elcHeeSie
      @elcHeeSie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MegaFinalRound I took my turkey down from the freezer into the fridge section on Sunday and it's still frozen!!! Nooooooo!!!!

    • @jennylopez3357
      @jennylopez3357 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I FEEL THAT! All I see is first timers like myself too😩😂 Mines cooking in the oven almost ready! Happy Thanksgiving all 🦃😃

    • @rubynicanor
      @rubynicanor 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just checked on mine. One hour left but the butter seemed a little burnt. Overall looks good though and smells great!

  • @contactjeffrey
    @contactjeffrey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is my second Thanksgiving using this video as reference for cooking the turkey. It turns out last year wasn’t just a fluke! The turkey was just as easy to make and perfectly delicious as last year! Now I’m the designated thanksgiving turkey cook!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amazing! Now you always have a video to reference for the perfect turkey 😊 Glad it turned out great.

  • @SticksAandstonesBozo
    @SticksAandstonesBozo ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’ve been doing something close to this for years. It really is the best.

  • @vantasticadventureswithvan5518
    @vantasticadventureswithvan5518 ปีที่แล้ว

    I made this a few days ago and it came out so juicy my family thought it hadn’t cooked all the way through but it did! Looked beautiful too!!! Thank you!!

  • @jennymartinez8546
    @jennymartinez8546 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Last year was our first time cooking turkey and thanks to you our Turkey was a success. They didn’t believe we made it 😂😂 yesterday they asked me for the recipe. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

  • @paulsands3169
    @paulsands3169 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I made my first turkey while following this recipe and it turned out fantastic! So much easier to make than you think!

    • @parmismalek8813
      @parmismalek8813 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So delicious!!!!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thrilled to hear your turkey turned out great Paul! 😊

  • @Hey_Rollie
    @Hey_Rollie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Made my first turkey this year and out of all the turkey videos I watched, yours was the one I kept coming back to for reference. Nothing fancy or pretentious...just a good, reliable recipe and well-made video. Happy to say my turkey was WONDERFUL, beautiful and delicious! The only bad thing is that my parents & family have assigned me turkey-duty from now on...oh no! haha! This will be my go-to video for years to come! Thank you so much!!!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thrilled to hear your first ever turkey was a huge success! At least you'll have this step by step video to come back to every Thanksgiving 😊

  • @BillyReplies
    @BillyReplies 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I followed the instructions from this video and successfully made the most wonderful turkey dinner for my family. This was the first time I ever attempted to make a turkey, and it turned out juicy and delicious! Thank you so much for sharing. 🦃🦃🦃

  • @franceliamoraga8350
    @franceliamoraga8350 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    It’s my first year hosting Thanksgiving. I love how informed this video is ❤ Definitely earned a subscriber!

  • @Jeka191919
    @Jeka191919 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This looks so EASY and delicious! Can't wait to try this recipe. As always, thank you Lisa!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course! Can't wait for you to give this recipe a try Jessica 😊

  • @traceysmiley7
    @traceysmiley7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I followed this recipe for my first turkey. It turned out amazing 🤩 thank you for making such a daunting task enjoyable and simple.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wonderful! Happy to hear this was easy to follow along to Tracey 😊

  • @patrickkooba6620
    @patrickkooba6620 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just cooked this today. My first time ever cooking a turkey and it came out amazing!! Everyone loved it!! Thanks so much for the very informative video

  • @lovenaturenaturallybu3703
    @lovenaturenaturallybu3703 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I will be making my first turkey for Christmas this year its still in the freezer frozen, just removed it today after watching your video, hopefully by Friday it will be good to go. Thanks for the recipe. Happy holidays to everyone.

    • @lovenaturenaturallybu3703
      @lovenaturenaturallybu3703 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did it it turned out very good although I did change the recipe coz I couldn't find rosemary and sage in my local grocery stores. Thanks again for the recipe.

  • @yoangomez1141
    @yoangomez1141 3 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    This is my first time ever making a turkey haha, a bit nervous but i feel like ill do good now with this good video 😄

    • @gabrielaalvarez4669
      @gabrielaalvarez4669 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Mee too first time

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yay! Can't wait to see how your turkey turns out Yoan 😊

    • @DeltathRiylaan
      @DeltathRiylaan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good luck, brother. It's not hard at all once you get it down.

    • @Lilbubby747
      @Lilbubby747 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @yoan Gomez Same post it and send a link

    • @B.0460
      @B.0460 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me tooo

  • @michaelnobles2643
    @michaelnobles2643 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm definitely going to be making this turkey for myself. Everything looks absolutely delicious! Awesome job on the carving of the turkey!

  • @cole6411
    @cole6411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you are looking for a FANTASTIC and SIMPLE recipe, STOP HERE at this video and USE THIS ONE!! I was so nervous before finding this video but I had already start to feel a sense of relief when I began to watch it because she is such a great teacher and kept it simple. And even showed us how to carve it! That was icing on the cake!! I roasted my first turkey this year (2020) on Thanksgiving and it turned out FANTASTIC thanks to this video from Downshiftology!! I love to cook and I am a new fan after this and will be following more recipes!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so thrilled you loved the recipe, Brittany! Thanks for sharing your feedback. Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! x

  • @AlexsSeasonalKitchen
    @AlexsSeasonalKitchen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Love how clean your kitchen is. Wish I had my own place to be able to do that !

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Maybe one day! 😊 You can do it!

    • @Hevva67
      @Hevva67 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Downshiftology what kind of kitchen worktops do you have? I need a completely new kitchen (no money to do it), but I’d love a kitchen with worktops I could just put stuff straight down on to it.

  • @markfrank0924
    @markfrank0924 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Merry Christmas. I made my turkey (16 pounds) exactly as you demonstrated, and it was incredible. Even the breast, as mentioned as the most difficult to get right, was perfect. As I sliced the breast meat diagonally, I was impressed with how effortlessly the knife worked its way through the meat; even as I sliced, the slightly crispy skin stayed intact as I place the meat on the serving tray. I followed as you demonstrated and had the exact result, the meat came off the carcass exactly as it did in the demonstration. Christmas dinner was successful at my house, and I gave you credit while passing along your youtube video and site address. Thank you for a detailed presentation; your caring and beautiful personality came out as you shared your artful teaching gifts while you cook. Again, Merry Christmas and the Happiest of New Years. Subtly, you convince me to buy one of those newer model thermometers to get the temperature perfect without having to open the oven so often.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Mark - I'm thrilled to hear this turkey recipe was a success for Christmas dinner! Thanks so much for sharing and I hope you have a great New Years as well. And yes, that thermometer sure does come in handy 😊

  • @karigarcia1824
    @karigarcia1824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG!! Such an amazing recipe. I just made it for thanksgiving dinner and everyone loved it. Turkey is super juicy. Thank you so much 😊

  • @amysteiner140
    @amysteiner140 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello! I made my first Thanksgiving turkey today by following your tutorial here. It turned out amazing! I even accidently over-cooked it a bit and it was still SO JUICY! Thank you so much for this video. It made it feel approachable and i was confident enough to try!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Amazing!! Glad your turkey turned out perfectly and hope you had a great Thanksgiving Amy ❤️

  • @zoyamerchant4872
    @zoyamerchant4872 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Looks so amazing! Can’t wait to cook my first turkey using this recipe❤️

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So excited for you to give this recipe a go on Thanksgiving day 😊 Be sure to bookmark this one!

  • @sandrapinheiro7332
    @sandrapinheiro7332 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The carving turned out great! You make it look so easy, I'm almost deciding to cook my first turkey this year!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can do it! Hope this video helps you create the best one 😊

  • @CruisinwithCoCo
    @CruisinwithCoCo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for the video. Make my first turkey last year from your video. And I found it again for a little refresher. I had a ton of lefto rr turkey and I waited til the evening and I pulled every ounce off and used the vegetables under the turkey to make a turkey and dumplings. It was DELICIOUS.

  • @tsunderhys5114
    @tsunderhys5114 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just had to come back and say THANK YOU! Made my first turkey ever using your recipe and it turned out perfect. So tender, juicy and delicious!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fantastic! I'm so happy to hear that, Brandie!

  • @americanescu
    @americanescu ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I'm making this tomorrow! I'm hosting and this is how I'll roll with the bird! Can't go wrong with all that butter and aromatics! It's going to be grand! Cheers to everyone and a very Happy TG!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Excited to see how your turkey turns out Adrian!

    • @trumanmosisa6450
      @trumanmosisa6450 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Adrian … hope you do the best 👍

    • @uliseszapien418
      @uliseszapien418 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you same for you and your family

    • @lovedove2661
      @lovedove2661 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great choice, I made this last year and it was delicious. Im doing it again this year.

    • @peekaboo991
      @peekaboo991 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just please let it cook hers half azz cook I'll turn right around and leave if I gotta use a knife and tug to pull my turkey apart

  • @shontellevigil246
    @shontellevigil246 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I used this recipe this year, I usually use the “oven bags” and let me tell you my turkey came out so much better this year! It took a little longer to cook but believe it or not it was so much more juicy and moist than the years before!! Thank you for this video my turkey for thanksgiving was Amazing!!❤️❤️

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wonderful! I'm so happy you enjoyed it!

    • @verovlogs3362
      @verovlogs3362 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      At what temperature in the oven? Thank you?

    • @TondoMade_1013
      @TondoMade_1013 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@verovlogs3362 325 farenheit

    • @verovlogs3362
      @verovlogs3362 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!

  • @evelynchung8235
    @evelynchung8235 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for your super detailed video. I’m roasting a turkey for the first time in my life!! I have been binge watching your video to get psyched up! Will update when I make it this weekend! (Canadian Thanksgiving is in October😊)

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck roasting your first turkey for Thanksgiving! You got this 😉

  • @kellyc3897
    @kellyc3897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I made this recipe and just wanted to say thank you! It came out wonderfully! The meat was very tender and flavorful. A real delight. xx

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad this was a success Kelly! 😊

  • @MrAntonio1311
    @MrAntonio1311 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This will be my 2nd time using this recipe, last year came out perfect! So easy and effortless to make and your family will thank you for making such a juicy bird!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thrilled to hear this recipe was a success!

  • @Wayniesgirl
    @Wayniesgirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    You should get an TH-cam award for this! Hands down THE BEST cooking video I have ever seen! Even better, would be you on a cooking show! I love to cook and I actually use cooking bags to bake Turkey for my large family. I've been told I make the BEST turkey ever. I'm not even joking...I'm going to make it this way this year. You explain everything so well and I'm really impressed with your knowledge. Definitely subscribing. Would just love to see you on a cooking show! You know how to address all the pertinent questions and concerns. Well done! Just wow

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so much for your kind words Irene! I’m thrilled you loved the video and found it helpful. 💗

  • @mattd8784
    @mattd8784 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for taking the time to show the world a well done Turkey recipe...im a man and been cooking for 30+ years for every Holiday and still enjoy playing around with fresh and new ideas...God Bless and Happy Holidays

  • @stanrudenko
    @stanrudenko 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Have been doing this recipe for the 2nd year now, and even use it for roasted chicken too. Honestly, it's the best recipe I've ever seen. So simple and beginner friendly, and always gives a perfect result, as long as you don't forget to monitor the internal temperature.

  • @ghostcoffee1099
    @ghostcoffee1099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you ma’am I’m prepping for Thanksgiving this year

  • @davidpham9364
    @davidpham9364 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow😊it looks gorgeous delicious 🎉. Thanks 🙏 happy thanksgiving 🦃🍁🍽

  • @anadeliasantiago8414
    @anadeliasantiago8414 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! I made a turkey for the first time yesterday and thanks to your video it came out good.Thank you so much for the help

  • @grainsbrains
    @grainsbrains 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have made many a turkey in the past. I followed this recipe and it was by far the best I have ever made. Great flavor, juicy, and everyone loved it. Follow this recipe, you won't be disappointed. I don't think I will ever use a different recipe. Afterwards I made soup stock with the bones and veggies in the pan. It literally smelled like liquid Thanksgiving. So happy I found this channel.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great to hear! Thanks for giving my recipe a try, Gerald. :)

  • @LinDG8457
    @LinDG8457 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your recipes are always so easy and delicious! Thank you! Happy thanksgiving!!!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy Thanksgiving to you as well Erlinda!

  • @AdamRapier
    @AdamRapier 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    First year cooking a turkey solo. But this was a huge hit and I can honestly say that I’ve never had a turkey as moist as this one came out. I am going to be using the herb butter for a prime rib come Christmas that’s for sure.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh yay, so happy you loved the turkey recipe Adam! And I've got a prime rib recipe coming soon as well. ;)

    • @ivynguyen8583
      @ivynguyen8583 ปีที่แล้ว

      did you use salted or unsalted butter?

  • @brendaurena4652
    @brendaurena4652 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Using this recipe to make my first ever Turkey this year! Excited and nervous, will provide update on Friday lol!!! Thank you!!!

  • @CiaranActon25
    @CiaranActon25 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your video was so so helpful to me cooking my first Turkey! It turned out great!! You rock!

  • @ddunsson2
    @ddunsson2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My friends ! It looks so delicious. Your cooking skills are amazing. Thank you for the good food.🧡💛

  • @dianahenry3130
    @dianahenry3130 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much for this video!! I have been wanting to do something more than just salt, pepper and butter. I forgot the lemons so I did an orange instead. Happy Thanksgiving 🦃 ✝️🙏

  • @threeringsone
    @threeringsone ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My first Turkey and my Sons Loved it - My family said it was the best Turkey they ever had! Bless you

  • @Ayesh2002
    @Ayesh2002 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'll be cooking my first turkey in a few days. Your video is the first that I watched and I loved it. You explained it very nicely and it seems like a simple but great recipe.

  • @sofialample4620
    @sofialample4620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am 11 years old and I just followed your Thanksgiving turkey recipe. It was delicious, and as a bonus, we didn't burn down the house! My parents are very proud of me. Thank you for you recipe.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow! I can't believe you made this recipe yourself ❤️ So glad your whole family enjoyed it.

    • @SF....
      @SF.... 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      А мне 3 года! Я только что приготовил индейку в детском саду! Все в шоке 😂

  • @kittypup17
    @kittypup17 2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    This is going to be my first year cooking a turkey for thanksgiving and we are hosting a few hunters from Quebec so there's the added pressure lol I'm going to use this recipe and be happy I'm not completely clueless on how to do it now.

    • @katarzynauszczek4452
      @katarzynauszczek4452 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      same here , good luck then! :) greetings from Poland

    • @kittypup17
      @kittypup17 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@katarzynauszczek4452 mine turned out great! This recipe was a life saver!

    • @serenapalmer1220
      @serenapalmer1220 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My first time too!!!

    • @veronicasgao
      @veronicasgao 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I used this same recipe last year and it was my first time!! Turned out awesome. Coming back again this year to make it for Thanksgiving again! :))

    • @ericcarrington1791
      @ericcarrington1791 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Use a special cooking bag so it'll be juicey

  • @TheDaryna
    @TheDaryna ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much! It was my first time cooking a turkey and I was so nervous I kept having nightmares about screwing it up. It turned out so good a few guests said it was the best they’ve ever had. Followed the thermometer rather than time and it was perfect

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yay! Glad this video helped you achieve the perfect turkey Daryna 😊

  • @brittneyhiggins5550
    @brittneyhiggins5550 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm the designated turkey maker every year. I usually use a bag but I'm going with this this year. Thanks for sharing!

  • @aarudra50k70
    @aarudra50k70 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love your videos!! You make me want to cook all the time lol

  • @Charlie_Paula
    @Charlie_Paula ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This year our Turkey was prepared using your recipe and I’m here to tell you it was absolutely perfect, delicious, succulent followed with smiles and full tummies from all attending our gathering.
    I can’t thank you enough for your wonderful Vlog. Know we’re all grateful.

  • @Oceansong2008
    @Oceansong2008 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I cooked my first turkey using this recipe. Everyone gave it glowing reviews! Thank you for sharing. I'll definitely come back to this video in the future.😁

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow! Thrilled to hear your first ever turkey was a success with this video 😊

  • @bishalkrgautam
    @bishalkrgautam ปีที่แล้ว

    This is my second year of following this recipe. I am back just in time to refresh my memory about this recipe. Best turkey recipe imo.

  • @BLANSTAR21
    @BLANSTAR21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I’m making my first turkey 🦃 tomorrow. This video is definitely giving me the confidence I need. Thank you!!

    • @Selectionphase
      @Selectionphase 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where do you live ?

    • @CoinyTM
      @CoinyTM 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Selectionphase Dont Worry About People Lived

  • @jjyemg2397
    @jjyemg2397 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Love everything you do. The most talented and beautiful chef on the internet

  • @MingayGamay
    @MingayGamay 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Last new year ...I followed your recipe and it was divine for a first timer roasting a turkey.My husband loves it.
    Again,Thank u maam Lisa💕🌷

  • @lisasharples5654
    @lisasharples5654 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    After years of searching for the delicious and perfect turkey I used your recipe last night and it was perfect...so thank you! I also used your method to carve the turkey. Merry Christmas from Toronto

  • @juanirving276
    @juanirving276 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Me the day before Thanksgiving about to buy a Turkey 👁👄👁

  • @medicalmay7607
    @medicalmay7607 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is my first time ever cooking a turkey and I was a bit nervous but now I’m a bit more confident than before. Thank you! ❤️

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So glad I can help you roast your first ever turkey! 😊

  • @MsRashun
    @MsRashun 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I made my Turkey with your recipe for Thanksgiving, and it came out beautifully . Thank you...

  • @jazizojeda
    @jazizojeda ปีที่แล้ว

    Making my first thanksgiving turkey for my family and I’m most definitely following this recipe!! Thank you😊

  • @remzja4262
    @remzja4262 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    First time making a turkey and my picky eater kids said it’s the best turkey, it’s moist. I followed this recipe except I didn’t add rosemary and sage coz I didn’t have them. I also covered the breast with foil when it’s 2/3rds cook to prevent the breast from burning and drying then cooked it in the oven for 13 min/lb instead of 15 min/lb. When i took it out of the oven, the internal temperature at the thigh was 188F so I thought I overcooked it but still came out amazing. I never thought I could roast a delicious turkey. Thank you Lisa

    • @ThienPham-dz6zr
      @ThienPham-dz6zr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What was the temperature you set your oven

    • @remzja4262
      @remzja4262 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThienPham-dz6zr 325F, from start to finish.

    • @ThienPham-dz6zr
      @ThienPham-dz6zr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I just switch to 325 after at least 30 mins at 375😭

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thrilled to hear your first ever turkey was a success!

  • @retrogore420
    @retrogore420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Made this last year and my grandma said it was the best turkey she ever had! Teaching this recipe to my sister this year. Thanks!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thrilled to hear that! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving 😊

  • @lindarau365
    @lindarau365 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for making this so simple to understand. This is the first time I made a turkey like this and I need to just say, I will never change it! The recipe with all the flavors and ways to keep it moist was excellent! I we had guests and it was a kit! Thank you for showing all the steps so thoroughly. Will keep this for next year!

    • @isadoratakagi3947
      @isadoratakagi3947 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank God, a recent comment! Was your turkey pre-seasoned? I bought an unseasoned turkey for Christmas, but I’m worried about the amount of salt in this recipe. One spoon does not seem enough 😢

  • @bethmaldonado9241
    @bethmaldonado9241 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Almost exactly how I do mine! Looks delightful!

  • @katstaff317
    @katstaff317 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I decided to host Thanksgiving for my immediate family this year and had no idea how to cook a turkey, but this video has made me believe I can do it! Thank you so much! I'll try to update to let y'all know how it turned out. Happy Thanksgiving to all! 🍗

    • @jonsnow2555
      @jonsnow2555 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hows it going

    • @quki3
      @quki3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I can’t wait to hear how it went!

    • @katstaff317
      @katstaff317 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jonsnow2555 Turned out really good!! My turkey cooked really fast. She said to cook it for 15 min per pound but mine cooked alot faster. I had a 16 lb turkey and it took about 2 hours. I put it back in for an extra 20 min which made some of the breast meat a bit dry but if I wouldn't have put it back in the oven for that extra time, it would have been perfect. Great, simple recipe!

    • @katstaff317
      @katstaff317 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@quki3 Turned out really good!! I left an update to another commenter on this thread so check it out for the results!