Roast Texas Turkey

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 325°F.

2. 2

   Rinse and dry turkey.

3. 3

   Remove neck and giblet bag from the small cavity in front and the large body cavity.

4. 4

   Season inside turkey cavity with salt and pepper. Use salt sparingly if using a pre−basted turkey.

5. 5

   Rub exterior of turkey generously with vegetable oil and place in a large roasting pan with shallow sides.

6. 6

   Cut apples and orange into quarters. Cut lemons in half. Pierce jalapeño peppers with a fork.

7. 7

   Insert apple, orange, lemon and jalapeño peppers into cavity.

8. 8

   Roast turkey 15 to 20 minutes per pound.

9. 9

   Temperature should read 180°F when an instant−read meat thermometer is inserted in the thickest part of the thigh. The leg should also move easily at the joint.

10. 10

    The turkey should be ready for 1 hour before dinner is served. Loosely tent with foil to keep warm, and carve just before serving.