Bacon-Wrapped Turkey
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Cooking:
10 min.
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Servings per container:
1
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Ingredients for - Bacon-Wrapped Turkey

1. 1 (11-lb.) turkey, neck and giblets removed -
2. 1 large red onion, cut into large wedges -
3. 1 bunch thyme -
4. 1 bunch rosemary  -
5. 1/2 c. (1 stick) melted butter -
6. 1 tsp. chili powder -
7. 1 tsp. kosher salt -
8. 1/2 tsp. garlic powder -
9. 1/2 tsp. paprika -
10. 1 lb. bacon -

How to cook deliciously - Bacon-Wrapped Turkey

1. Stage

Preheat oven to 375°. Stuff cavity with onion, thyme, and rosemary then tie legs together and tuck wings in. 

2. Stage

In a medium bowl, stir together melted butter and seasonings. Brush turkey all over with butter mixture. 

3. Stage

Place turkey in a roasting pan. Place strips of bacon on turkey and weave together. 

4. Stage

Bake for 3 hours, or until an instant read thermometer inserted into the thigh registers 165°. Check after 2 hours and cover with foil if bacon gets too dark.