Amazon Associates PartnerTrusted
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases made through links on this page. This helps support our site at no extra cost to you. Clicking on ingredient or equipment links will take you to amazon.com where you can purchase these items.
Citrus Garlic Butter Roasted Turkey with Bacon, Gravy and Spiced Roast Potatoes
A show‑stopping Christmas‑style turkey brined with lemon‑garlic butter under the skin, wrapped in smoky bacon, roasted to a golden crisp, and served with a rich cider‑infused gravy and golden turmeric‑chili roast potatoes. Perfect for feeding a family of eight.
Shop all ingredients on Amazon in one click • Printable PDF with shopping checklist
Cost Breakdown
Critical Success Points
- • Loosening the turkey skin without tearing
- • Spreading the butter under the skin to ensure moisture
- • Basting and adding bacon to protect the breast
- • Checking internal temperature to avoid under‑ or over‑cooking
- • Resting the turkey uncovered for 2.5 hours
Safety Warnings
- • Handle raw turkey with separate cutting board to avoid cross‑contamination
- • Always cook turkey to an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F)
- • Hot oil and oven temperatures can cause burns – use oven mitts
- • Be cautious when deglazing with alcohol‑based cider; keep flame away from pan
☕ 100% Free & Ad-Free Forever! Made by ADHD friends who got lost in recipe videos
We built this because we kept forgetting recipe steps. Help us keep it ad-free & support our caffeine addiction!
You Might Also Like
Similar recipes converted from YouTube cooking videos
Spatchcock Chicken with Green Goddess Sauce
A fast, flavorful whole chicken flattened and grilled in just 10 minutes, served with a vibrant avocado‑based Green Goddess sauce, crunchy homemade croutons, and a simple lemon‑dressed salad. Perfect for a quick dinner that feels restaurant‑quality.
Christmas Beef Wellington with Chestnut Mushroom Duxelles
A lighter, festive take on the classic Beef Wellington. Tender beef fillet is seared, brushed with English mustard, wrapped in Parma ham, layered with a chestnut‑mushroom duxelles, and encased in golden puff pastry. Perfect for a holiday centerpiece.
Classic Beef Wellington
Classic Beef Wellington with a lean beef tenderloin enveloped in a duxelles of seasoned mushrooms and Parma ham, all wrapped in puff pastry. The meat is seared to seal its juices, then chilled before being baked to a flawless golden finish with an egg‑wash glaze. The recipe highlights the use of English mustard for seasoning and meticulous technique to achieve a tender, juicy interior and a crisp, flaky pastry shell.
Bacon Lettuce Tomato Toast Sandwich with Homemade Mayo
A hearty BLT‑style sandwich made with crispy streaky bacon, fresh tomato‑shallot salad, crisp lettuce and thick, buttery homemade mayonnaise, all assembled on potato bread that’s fried in the rendered bacon fat for extra flavor.
Fish and Chips ultra crispy avec Smash Potatoes au gaufrier
Une version revisitée du fish and chips britannique, avec des filets de lieu jaune marinés au yaourt et une panure épicée, accompagnés de pommes de terre écrasées au gaufrier, beurrées et gratinées au cheddar. Le tout croustillant, savoureux et parfait pour une soirée street‑food à la maison.
Roast Leg of Lamb with Onion Gravy and Mint Salsa Verde
A succulent bone‑in leg of lamb roasted with rosemary, garlic and anchovy for deep umami, served with a rich caramelised onion gravy and a bright Italian‑style mint salsa verde. Accompanied by buttery smashed swede and potatoes, this is a show‑stopping main course perfect for a family dinner or holiday feast.