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

[@Downshiftology]

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]

merci beaucoup👍

[@magster215]

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

[@magster215]

@cynthia g thank you for the response.😁

[@Downshiftology]

@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]

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

[@myfriendscallmelo9245]

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]

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

[@catherined3912]

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

[@lexg1455]

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

[@msjenneh1736]

@@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]

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

[@TabiBerry1740]

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]

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

[@jamesmontes9297]

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

[@will7135]

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

[@frankthetank1369]

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

[@joenegrete1059]

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

[@sofialample4620]

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]

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

[@SF....]

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

[@karenelizabeth6956]

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!

[@RC_213]

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]

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

[@Anthony1525]

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]

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

[@daixyray]

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]

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

[@shaunakimura4977]

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]

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

[@blackdogbrown]

​@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]

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]

​@@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???

[@grainsbrains]

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!

[@angeltiantian]

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]

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

[@motled]

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]

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

[@Eloign]

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

[@pipichanmommylove4260]

Thank you🦃

[@simonwoo5330]

I wish i read this before cooking

[@khalidlothbrok]

Stole it from Gordon ramsey

[@frankthetank1369]

I add olive oil to my butter when making eggs.

[@Dame0310]

Use Irish imported butter so it doesn’t burn

[@yueuphoria8952]

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]

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

[@augustxx22]

Made this as my first turkey this year. I needed a little help, but it turned out very good, my family loved it! It cooked a little faster than expected. The alterations I did was: ready made herb and garlic butter. We mixed some olive oil with the butter before putting on turkey. And our store didn’t have fresh sage so we used dried sage. Thank you so much for this recipe! Was amazing!

[@peytonthom3917]

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]

How did it taste? How was the flavor?

[@esexavo]

me too , it was amazing

[@shontellevigil246]

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]

Wonderful! I'm so happy you enjoyed it!

[@verovlogs3362]

At what temperature in the oven? Thank you?

[@TondoMade_1013]

@@verovlogs3362 325 farenheit

[@verovlogs3362]

Thank you!

[@leiselsbunsmore4009]

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!

[@remzja4262]

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]

What was the temperature you set your oven

[@remzja4262]

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

[@ThienPham-dz6zr]

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

[@Downshiftology]

Thrilled to hear your first ever turkey was a success!

[@stevenkong8837]

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]

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

[@Allicat94]

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]

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

[@nicolekoeuth1149]

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

[@wwickedsunnyy]

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

[@fabianafischer9784]

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

[@aidaalaniz6937]

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

[@joshualuntsford]

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]

She is really nice and happy

[@melindagladstein6793]

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

[@ashlya2910]

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

[@BillyReplies]

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. 🦃🦃🦃

[@stanrudenko]

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.

[@Downshiftology]

So happy you love it!

[@nerinarangel]

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]

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

[@agustinacollado1]

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]

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

[@americanescu]

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]

Excited to see how your turkey turns out Adrian!

[@trumanmosisa6450]

Adrian … hope you do the best 👍

[@uliseszapien418]

Thank you same for you and your family

[@lovedove2661]

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

[@peekaboo991]

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

[@threeringsone]

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

[@aleah3168]

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!!!

[@kittypup17]

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]

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

[@kittypup17]

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

[@serenapalmer1220]

My first time too!!!

[@veronicasgao]

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! :))

[@EekDaFreek]

Use a special cooking bag so it'll be juicey

[@XiXi_000]

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

[@elcHeeSie]

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

[@MegaFinalRound]

How is it going?

[@elcHeeSie]

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

[@jennylopez3357]

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

[@rubynicanor]

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

[@yadiracarrillo6113]

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!

[@just-another-face-in-the-crowd]

Me too! It was perfection.

[@Downshiftology]

So glad your turkey turned out perfectly! 😊

[@SuperBettyboop23]

Thank you so much for showing how to cook the turkey since I’m a single woman now it’s my job to do it my husband always did it but now it’s my turn to do it so I appreciate the fact that you showed how to cut it and I love how it looks how you displayed it on your platter🍁🦃

[@jennymartinez8546]

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.

[@SticksAandstonesBozo]

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

[@paulsands3169]

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

[@parmismalek8813]

So delicious!!!!

[@Downshiftology]

Thrilled to hear your turkey turned out great Paul! 😊

[@DeltathRiylaan]

I used to be intimidated by cooking a turkey, but after doing it for the first time two Thanksgivings ago, now I cook whole chickens and turkeys throughout the year regularly because it's such an easy way to make a big, wholesome meal that lasts for many days. And it freezes well!

[@Downshiftology]

It definitely is intimidating at first! But it's a lot easier than most people thing. It just takes time 😊

[@daniellecastillo6724]

I made my first turkey using this recipe and everyone was raving about it. Tip: If you’re using a newer model oven, I’d recommend using a digital thermometer where you can monitor the internal temperature to avoid over cooking your meat. My new Samsung oven cooked my 15 lbs turkey in only 2.5 hours at 325.

[@cole6411]

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]

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

[@kayystaff]

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]

Hows it going

[@quki3]

I can’t wait to hear how it went!

[@kayystaff]

@@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!

[@kayystaff]

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

[@EdinaWeasley]

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!

[@yanisaphannet3619]

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.

[@nothanks7687]

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

[@juliebellrogers8658]

I made your recipe today, I have never made a turkey before. This was the best turkey I have ever had thank you. My guess said the same think. ❤❤❤❤

[@Hey_Rollie]

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]

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 😊

[@AdamRapier]

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]

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

[@ivynguyen8583]

did you use salted or unsalted butter?

[@jbellemp]

My husband and I used this for our first turkey yesterday and it was great!! The only thing is we didn’t realize that we cooked the turkey upside down but it was still juicy and our guests loved it!

[@carleighmcgrath3499]

We moved into our home and I hosted thanksgiving at our house two years ago for the first time at only 22. My family, who can be very critical, all raved about how it was the best and most moist turkey they’ve ever eaten after using this video as guidance for cooking one! Thank you so much, I’m using it again this year! Fingers crossed it turns out just as good!

[@Downshiftology]

Awesome! Thanks so much for coming back to make it again. I’m sure it’ll be just as delish!

[@lindarau365]

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]

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 😢

[@daisyrussell5440]

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!!

[@lovenaturenaturallybu3703]

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]

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.

[@erickajesenia9668]

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]

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

[@valeriaisabel1398]

This is going to be my first time! You’ve taught me to cook! I’ve been watching you since I was 17-18 this year I’m 20! My parents are separated, I live with my dad and my two younger siblings. Cooking is my thing and I genuinely have developed a love for it because of you! It has also helped me provide homemade meals at home. Much love to you!❤️

[@TheDaryna]

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]

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

[@danthalius]

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]

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!

[@yoangomez1141]

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]

Mee too first time

[@Downshiftology]

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

[@DeltathRiylaan]

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

[@B.0460]

Me tooo

[@brendaguzman4271]

Good luck, I'm sure your turkey will be delicious. Just keep positive . Happy Thanksgiving

[@contactjeffrey]

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]

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

[@janeclement7776]

I have used your recipe for years now and it never fails! My turkey always comes out juicy and moist. Thank you!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks for your feedback! 😊

[@marthahenson6174]

Used This Recipe Last Year,I Still Used A Turkey Bag That I've Been Doing For Years, But Followed The Rest of The Recipe, and WOW The Best Turkey I've Had,Been Doing Turkey Since I Was 18 and I'm Now 65👍 Thank you for Sharing.

[@elcHeeSie]

My wife and I are gonna be trying this recipe for tomorrow. It's our first time. Pray for us 😂

[@overratedshits]

Me as well!!

[@elcHeeSie]

@@overratedshits let's keep each other posted 😂

[@overratedshits]

@@elcHeeSie how was yours yesterday? Mine turned out great!!! It was gone so fast!!

[@elcHeeSie]

@@overratedshits I thought that because it was still Semi-frozen, it was ruined, but it was the juiciest and most delicious turkey we have ever tasted. But we did eat close to 9 pm because of it hahaha but it was well worth it. It was such a simple recipe and we will definitely be doing it again. I'm sure your was a hit as well?

[@elcHeeSie]

@@overratedshits I had taken it down from the freezer since Sunday and I guess my fridge kept it semi frozen so that freaked me out a bit

[@Bourbon-Guitar]

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!

[@jjyemg2397]

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

[@grainsbrains]

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]

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

[@dexta32084]

I keep reverting to this recipie over and over. Probably close to 5 times now. Not that you’d want to find out on your own, but from personal experience it is also very forgiving if you overcook.

[@markfrank0924]

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]

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 😊

[@katiebrockway2362]

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

[@Downshiftology]

I'm happy you enjoyed the recipe, Katie!

[@BLANSTAR21]

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

[@Selectionphase]

Where do you live ?

[@Rahimutm]

@@Selectionphase Dont Worry About People Lived

[@mattd8784]

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

[@missjolina]

I needed a refresher my mom would always tell me the steps once a year. She passed away before this whole covid... I finally have my sister over so I want to make sure we can have show my mom in heaven we are going to get through this. I thank you for a very beautiful detailed video. God bless you! Joyeux Noël from Prince Edward Island Canada.🎄❤🌟 Oh geez I gotta get to bed according to Norad Santa is in Canada. 🎅 Thanks again

[@retrogore420]

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]

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

[@Charlie_Paula]

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.

[@MrAntonio1311]

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]

Thrilled to hear this recipe was a success!

[@koroba01]

For the past 10 years we have not had turkey for Thanksgiving as my Chinese wife said that in China, “turkey is not so famous” so we had either snow crab or prime rib roast with shrimp fried rice. However this year she wanted to do the traditional path so after watching a number of videos so I could get boned up again on turkeys (pun intended) I think yours is the best with a reasonable chance of success.

[@lesliecervantes4922]

This is the third year I’m making this exact turkey. My family loves it and I enjoy making it. ❤

[@blackdogbrown]

Hi!!! Can you *please* tell me, before you put your turkey in the oven, did you put chicken stock or vegetables stock in the roasting pan as well??? I want to put some liquid on the bottom because I plan to *INJECT* the turkey as well. If you didn't put Broth at the bottom, did your veggies burn??

[@nayeli8435]

Made this for thanksgiving, my friends enjoyed it so much so I made it again for Christmas. And I’m making it again for New Years 🤣 Love this recipe so much. First time making turkey too 😅❤️❤️ Tysm!

[@Wayniesgirl]

You should get an KZbin 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]

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

[@well837]

If only I had powers that'd let me pull the cooked turkey out through the screen 😪😋

[@Downshiftology]

Hahah! Looks like you'll need to order one soon! 😊

[@BrianCarnevaleB26]

Mum never used Rosemary or sage and her birds were exceptional. Dad could not eat pepper so we will skip that as well.. I will bast the bird with Irish butter and see now how people complicate this process which is all about internal temps. have an eight-pound bird and I will gorge myself into a stupor this year. my dog included.

[@BrianCarnevaleB26]

I could care less about the color, it's just me and my pooch!

[@td9834]

Best turkey ever. So many compliments. Thank you! I did put foil over the wings and a little foil over the top of breast because it was browning but it never burned.

[@wangshu7]

Absolutely a great tutorial. As a foreigner, this is some big challenge. My friend enjoyed it and couldn’t believe it is actually turkey that’s so moist and flavorful lol I figured that I didn’t use enough butter last year as compared in this video. So that might have done the trick. Also, some “turkey cooking timer” online wasn’t accurate. I had a 15lbs turkey, unstuffed (except for a little onions), without giblets and neck. Some online calculator claims that I need 4 hr and up. I cooked it for 3hr15 and 325F as in this video, and when I test it with thermometer it’s already 170 inside. Glad I didn’t cook it further. It was slightly brown but very nice and juicy.

[@medicalmay7607]

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]

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

[@juanirving276]

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

[@dianahenry3130]

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 🦃 ✝️🙏

[@bishalkrgautam]

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.

[@AlexsSeasonalKitchen]

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

[@Downshiftology]

Maybe one day! 😊 You can do it!

[@Hevva67]

@@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.

[@lilymartinez3580]

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]

Wonderful! I hope you enjoy this recipe Lily!

[@alese2643]

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

[@Joebooks717]

same here, married this year!

[@auntiesplaylist3583]

This year was my FIRST ever turkey & first ever MEAL...your video was my Go-to...must have watched it at least 50 times...a few times through & then repeating various steps...my turkey turned out PERFECT!!! Thank you soooo much 🥰

[@Downshiftology]

So great to hear!! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving 😊

[@auntiesplaylist3583]

@@Downshiftology we did!!! Hope you did too!

[@danielleNWAZ]

I watched your video and made mine this way for my very first thanksgiving Turkey I cooked on my own last year and let me tell you…. It was AMAZING. deliciously juicy and not dry at all, good flavor. Thanks for keeping it simple & not intimidating. I’m super happy I came across this video and will be doing the same for my Turkey this year again.

[@Downshiftology]

Yay, so happy you loved it!!

[@franceliamoraga8350]

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

[@zidfrekle4540]

This is exactly how mom and grandma taught me ❤

[@Downshiftology]

Glad to hear this nailed a classic tradition Heather 😊 Thanksgiving is all about brining back a sense of nostalgia.

[@LeAnn57]

@@Downshiftology Same here.

[@aarudra50k70]

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

[@jeffbandy7065]

I have never cooked a Turkey before and I plan on using this literally step for step. I can't thank you enough! Fingers crossed!

[@youngh4978]

I just cooked my first turkey using this video. It was delicious! Me and my guest loved the vegetables underneath the turkey, made for a delicious and buttery vegetable side. I wish i would have put more. I had a 13 pound turkey and I cooked it 3 hours, but it came out a little dry to be honest. Like she said, keep checking the temperature! I should have pulled mine out sooner.

[@greggrimsley5337]

Don't forget to set your scales back 10lbs. tonight.

[@lizziefashionlover]

Ahhaha love that

[@katmontgomery7699]

Good one! Wear sweat pants! Have a blessed Thanksgiving! Gobble, Gobble

[@eijaananda2539]

This method seems much simpler than the brining method. I've also done it in super hot oven first 1/2 hour top down, then flipping it over and cooking for 30 to 45 min more. It's fast, and result is juicy, but the flipping the hot turkey is not so easy.

[@Downshiftology]

I agree! I was considering brining it at first, but wanted to make this recipe as easy as possible as I know Thanksgiving day is busy with whipping up other side dishes as well 😊

[@KaylaJChandler]

This looks SO tasty!! Definitely using this recipe for our Turkey this year!

[@Downshiftology]

Awesome! Can't wait to see how your turkey comes out 😊

[@outdoorcookinginthepnw837]

I found and used this recipe last year but added orange slices inside with the lemon and onion. It was the best turkey I have ever made. Thank you and I will be using the same method again.

[@Downshiftology]

Wonderful! So happy you love this recipe. :)

[@dublinjazz1]

Following your directions, this was the first time I ever cooked a turkey without stuffing it. It felt REALLY strange, lol. I even carved it myself for the first time. It was hands down the most juicy bird to ever emerge from my oven. Thank you so much. I've YET to be disappointed in any of your recipes.

[@Downshiftology]

Yay, happy you loved it!