Steps
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Step 1
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Preheat oven to 150 degrees C. Place rack in lowest position. |
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Step 2
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Make sure the turkey is thawed in advance, ideally in refrigerator. |
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Step 3
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Remove the neck and giblets and rinse the turkey with cold water. |
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Step 4
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Place turkey, breast side up, in a deep roasting pan. |
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Step 5
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Brush the skin with the melted butter. Season with salt and pepper. |
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Step 6
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Cover the turkey with aluminum foil. Place the turkey in the oven. |
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Step 7
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Prepare a turkey stock by simmering the giblets, carrots and onion. |
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Step 8
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Baste the turkey every 30 minutes with some of the stock and juices. |
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Step 9
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Remove foil after 2½ hours to allow for a golden colour. |
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Step 10
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Grill the pork sausages in the heated oven. |
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Step 11
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When cooked, allow the turkey to stand for 30 mins before serving. |
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Step 12
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Strain remaining juices and thicken with some gravy mix. |
Prime Tips
Transfer the turkey to a large serving platter.
Remove wings.
Use a carving knife and large fork to cut legs into thighs & drumsticks.
Slice breast diagonally & serve a portion of both white and dark meat.
Pour some gravy over meat and place sausages on the side.