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How to Make Turkey Mercedes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with loved ones and celebrating the abundance of blessings in our lives. And what better way to do that than with a delicious and mouthwatering Turkey Mercedes recipe? This recipe is a delightful twist on the classic Thanksgiving turkey, adding a touch of luxury and elegance to the table.

The Turkey Mercedes recipe is named after the luxurious car brand, Mercedes-Benz, and it truly lives up to its name. This recipe takes the traditional roast turke...

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Ingredients

  • 3 heads garlic, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons salt (or to taste)
  • 2 cups fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • ½ (12 fluid ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
  • 1 (16 pound) turkey

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 hrs
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 13 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 1 turkey

  • Crush the peeled garlic cloves, and place into a large bowl. Season with pepper, cumin, oregano, and salt. Pour in lemon juice, wine, and orange juice concentrate; whisk together until well mixed.
  • Using a sharp paring knife, pierce the turkey breast, thighs, and legs; creating holes for the marinade to penetrate. Pour the marinade over turkey, and into the holes. Finally, stuff garlic pieces into the holes. Cover the turkey well, and refrigerate overnight to marinate.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Roast turkey in the preheated oven until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the thigh measures 180 degrees F (80 degrees C), about 5 hours. Baste the turkey every 30 to 45 minutes. Once the breast has browned, cover loosely with aluminum foil to prevent it from becoming burnt.

    • Nutrition

    589 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 215mg
    • Sodium: 879mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 75g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 97mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 876mg

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