Just try to find a turkey season this good on the shelves of your local grocery store. We’d say we’ll wait, but then we’d be waiting forever, because you won’t be able to! A bird is only as good as its seasoning, and with this do-it-yourself blend packed with fresh herbs and classic flavor, your bird is going to be better than good. Do your Thanksgiving main dish a favor and make up a batch of this seasoning blend, ASAP. Show Nothing brings down a Thanksgiving meal quicker than a dry, bland turkey. A lot can go wrong — especially if it's your first time roasting a turkey, but if you learn how to season a turkey properly, you’ll be off to an, ahem, flying start When it comes to seasoning a turkey, there are some general rules to follow, but the process is customizable, so you can have fun introducing new flavors, from herbs and butter to bacon (yes please!). To help you get started, the Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen has rounded up some of our favorite ways to pump up a Thanksgiving bird so that it’s truly the star of your table. Once you are done with selecting the perfect seasoning for your bird, check out our foolproof turkey cooking tips to help steer you along and consult our guide to figuring out how long to cook your turkey, depending o its weight. Looking for even more Thanksgiving dinner inspiration? We've also got plenty of yummy Thanksgiving side dish recipes for your table to fill up on, too. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 1 Brine your bird — it’s simple!  Our #1 secret to a well-seasoned turkey? The all-important (and oh so easy!) dry brine. The Test Kitchen turns to this method for maximum flavor, juicier meat and the crispiest skin. Here’s how it's done:
You can season your turkey the night before or as far in advance as two days. Salt is a great (and non-negotiable) place to start, but there are so many seasonings that really rev up the flavor of a bland bird. Try Cajun-style turkey rub inspired by the lively flavors of New Orleans (think smoked paprika, celery salt and onion powder) or a red rub with paprika, ground coriander and garlic powder. 3 Slather seasoning everywhere with butter Don't just sprinkle salt on the surface of the turkey, give your bird a big flavor boost by seasoning under the turkey's skin too. Stir your favorite spices and fresh herbs into softened butter, then rub it all over the turkey and under the skin.T ry a combo of lemon zest and garlic with paprika and ground coriander, or something more traditional like folding chopped parsley, sage and rosemary into the butter. Not only does this help season the bird, but it also makes the meat extra juicy. 4 Layer on big flavor with a glaze and bacon Glazes are a great way to add a subtle sweetness and shine to your bird. Try a combo of maple syrup, orange juice and fresh sage, brushing most of the glaze on before roasting and saving some to polish up the bird once it’s out of the oven. Or to really amp things up, consider a bacon-wrapped turkey. Lay slices of bacon over the turkey breast before roasting, securing the ends with toothpicks so they don’t curl. Brush the bacon with glaze before roasting, and once more after it's done. Trust us — no one can resist a bacon-wrapped bird. 5 Skip the stuffing and go for fresh herbs A more flavorful plan: Fill up the bird’s cavity with herbs and aromatics. Instead of packing your bird with bread cubes that inevitably turn soggy (we prefer a crispy-topped stuffing cooked on the side), stuff the turkey with fresh whole herbs, lemon halves, shallots and smashed cloves of garlic that lend tons of flavor with zero mush. Not just for creating a pretty plate, garnishes can offer complementary or contrasting flavors to enjoy alongside your well-seasoned roast. Try roasted pears for extra juiciness or caramelized winter vegetables for earthy sweetness. Small, sweet champagne grapes are also fun to munch on in between bites of savory turkey. What should you season your turkey with?When it comes to seasoning, salt and pepper are the right place to start. But you can expand upon these basics by using fall herbs like rosemary, thyme and sage, which are natural accompaniments for turkey. You can branch out further with your favorite seasoning blends.
What can I put in my turkey for flavor?Fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, and sage along with a half lemon go a long way to add flavor, and stuffing it into the bird takes almost no time at all. (While you're at it, season the cavity with a good amount of salt and pepper.) Brining is an essential step to ensure a juicy bird.
What do you rub on turkey before you bake it?Ingredients. 1 tablespoon kosher salt.. 1 tablespoon brown sugar.. 1 teaspoon paprika.. 1 teaspoon black pepper.. 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme.. 1 1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary.. 1 teaspoon dried sage.. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.. How do you add flavor to turkey meat?Taco seasoning like chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt and pepper taste great with ground turkey. Other herbs like paprika, dried oregano, basil and rosemary are a good choice too. If you love ground turkey, then you will want to try a few of our other favorite ground turkey recipes.
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