How To Make a Thanksgiving Turkey That Doesn't Suck

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  • Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
  • This Thanksgiving we are going all out on flavor! This Turkey is brined, injected, and basted to perfection. By the end of this video, you'll be an expert Turkey Cooker, lol. Let's #makeithappen
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    1 12-15 lb Turkey (Defrosted)
    2 cups of Brine Mix
    2.5 gallons water
    ice
    3 tbsps AP seasoning
    1 tbsp chicken bouillon
    2 oranges
    1 lemon
    2 onions
    celery, rosemary, thyme, bay leaves, peppercorns
    Roasting rack:
    Onion
    Lemon
    Orange
    fresh herbs
    1 cup chicken broth
    1 stick of butter to baste the turkey
    season with AP Seasoning or salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder.
    Gravy:
    1 cup pan drippings
    1/2 stick butter
    1/4 cup flour (my seasoned flour or season your own)
    2 tbsps heavy cream
    1tbsp worcestershire sauce
    1-2 cups chicken broth
    season to taste
    Homemade Brine:
    2 gallons cold water
    2 cups kosher ​salt
    1 cup brown sugar
    2 tbsps hot sauce
    3 cloves garlic
    3 to 4 sprigs fresh thyme
    3 to 4 sprigs fresh sage
    3 to 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
    1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    Injection:
    4 cups chicken broth
    1 tbsp chicken bouillon
    hot sauce to taste
    Directions:
    Defrost Turkey and remove giblets, neck, and any plastic. Clean based on your preference. Boil 1 gallon of water and add brine mixture. Bring to a boil for 5 minutes and stir. Turn off heat and add ice. Allow this to come to room temp (add 2.5 gallons of water to this solution) Submerge turkey in brining liquid and keep cool for 24 hours (fridge or cooler)
    After 24 hours, remove turkey and rinse/dry. Make injection by mixing water with injection mixture (OR use Tony's store bought creole butter injection) Inject Turkey evenly and then season generously.
    Remove backbone from the turkey and flatten. Season and inject. Place onions, lemon, herbs, under the wire rack and rest the turkey on top. Place in a 400 - 425 degree oven and baste every 20 minutes with butter if desired. If the turkey gets too dark, cover with foil. The turkey is done once the white meat reaches 165 and dark meat reaches 175 internal temp. Roughly 10 minutes per lb

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  • @MrMakeItHappen
    @MrMakeItHappen  9 месяцев назад +29

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    • @BenjiTheFrenchbulldog
      @BenjiTheFrenchbulldog 9 месяцев назад +1

      Dang I ordered my stuff and forgot the code that quick😂🤦🏾‍♀️ it's ok I'm just glad I was able to support you and that you will support me in the kitchen 😁👌🏾🔥💯thank you!

    • @Cc0564
      @Cc0564 9 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for sharing but instead of spatchcock I call it butterfly looks delicious. Have a wonderful and happy and most definitely safe Thanksgiving. Enjoy.👌🏽👍🏽👌🏽👍🏽❤️❤️😉✌🏽😋😋😋

  • @Chacharoyal
    @Chacharoyal 9 месяцев назад +80

    THE BEST CHEF ON THE INTERNET ❤ WE ALL CAN LEARN FOR YOU MR MAKE IT HAPPEN YOU ARE SUCH A INSPIRATION❤ TO ME

    • @MrMakeItHappen
      @MrMakeItHappen  9 месяцев назад +6

      wow thank you!!!!

    • @DP-lx1jn
      @DP-lx1jn 9 месяцев назад +8

      Yeah I can’t say I disagree. Creative and versatile. Thanks you for the videos and the inspiration! Happy Holidays!

    • @BenjiTheFrenchbulldog
      @BenjiTheFrenchbulldog 9 месяцев назад +8

      PERIOD!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @LuckyNumber45
      @LuckyNumber45 9 месяцев назад +7

      Great chef and he's fine..wifey lucky

    • @11deberry
      @11deberry 9 месяцев назад +6

      That’s how I learned to cook even better than I did I love him and his crew I never disappoint as long as I follow them 🤣🥰

  • @tamalanorvell4792
    @tamalanorvell4792 9 месяцев назад +17

    The way u break things down cannot be topped! U make it easy for everybody to cook!.❤

  • @tinasims4637
    @tinasims4637 9 месяцев назад +28

    This will be the best turkey ever 😋 let’s make it happen 💕

  • @darlenejohnson2662
    @darlenejohnson2662 9 месяцев назад +2

    Your thanksgiving turkey tips were a hit! The fresh herbs and citrus really made a difference. Brining and injecting was easier than I thought. And the Mac and cheese...none leftover. "Dropping fork"

  • @chanelwilliams131
    @chanelwilliams131 8 месяцев назад +1

    Hey. Bout to season my very first turkey. I clicked and there you were. I knew I could count on this channel for guidance. Thank you. Lets’s go.

  • @davidhembree9451
    @davidhembree9451 9 месяцев назад +5

    Brother, you're cooking is really good. That bird looks good.thank you

  • @summers2156
    @summers2156 9 месяцев назад +14

    This turkey looks amazing!

  • @sxxyangpresents
    @sxxyangpresents 9 месяцев назад +9

    Thanks for sharing your recipes with us. HAPPY THANKSGIVING 🦃

  • @Matrella40
    @Matrella40 9 месяцев назад +1

    You are the best chef ever. You need a show on food network. I’d watch!

  • @kerriherbert5228
    @kerriherbert5228 9 месяцев назад +2

    I really am interested in trying a brine for my turkey. I can see how the addition of the citrus will make the turkey more delicious while tenderizing the meat. I trust any recipe you create. Mr. Make It Happen, thank you for sharing your brine recipe, that's a good looking turkey! 😊❤.

  • @dazzlindymond3739
    @dazzlindymond3739 9 месяцев назад +2

    It was how the turkey 🦃 received a chiropractic adjustment right before preparation for me 😂😂😂😂😂 I am in love with all of your videos and I will be in the kitchen with your recipe this year. I market your channel all day long but my friends don't want to listen but it's their loss. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family and may our heavenly Father continue to use you to help others. God bless and be safe❤

  • @LaTonyaBrewer
    @LaTonyaBrewer 9 месяцев назад +4

    I said to myself yesterday that I would like to spatchcock my turkey this thanksgiving. This recipe is right on time 🙏🏾😋❤️

  • @LaDonnaWalton
    @LaDonnaWalton 9 месяцев назад +1

    OMG so my family never really eats the turkey because, it's not usually the star of the show! BUT BABYYYYYYYY I used your recipe and it's All Gone!!! Thank you So much! Keep doing your thing !!

  • @kellybgetchell6572
    @kellybgetchell6572 9 месяцев назад +4

    I love you Mr. Make It Happen! I’m going to try this method of laying it flat. I always do a brine but will try this…..Blessing to you and the family!

  • @sheltonmorgan9022
    @sheltonmorgan9022 9 месяцев назад +1

    MR MAKE IT HAPPEN THESES PEOPLE ARE TELLING THE TRUTH MY DUDE I BEEN ROCKING WITH YOU AND MY BOY AB AND YALL TWO ALWAYS KILLING IT HANDS DOWN THE BEST ENJOY YOUR HOLIDAYS BROTHER!!!

  • @gwendolynrobinson3580
    @gwendolynrobinson3580 9 месяцев назад +4

    Mr. Make it happen your content are amazing. You’re a fantastic creator and cook.❤❤❤

  • @tanyah9365
    @tanyah9365 9 месяцев назад +1

    I have NEVER seen anyone cook their turkey like this! I’m so super intrigued. I think I’m going to try it. Pray for me that it comes out right. 😅🙏🏾 Going to brine it tomorrow. I will come back and let you know how it went. I absolutely love your videos by the way. I watch all the time. It relaxes me. ❤

    • @ericahoskins9071
      @ericahoskins9071 9 месяцев назад

      Honey let me know! Lol

    • @tanyah9365
      @tanyah9365 9 месяцев назад

      @ericahoskins9071 It is the BEST TURKEY I’ve ever made. I’m 49, from Detroit, been cooking since I was 14. Never have I ever baybayyy! I’m telling you. 💯💯💯

  • @catenyapeak58
    @catenyapeak58 9 месяцев назад +9

    I bought some of your AP seasoning, and I must say it’s wonderful. 😋 I’m a true fan and enjoy watching you present new and exciting dishes. Many blessings to you and your business endeavors. ❤

  • @wilsonmatt781
    @wilsonmatt781 9 месяцев назад +2

    I never thought of cooking a turkey this, I always used a turkey bag, but I am going to try it this way this year.

  • @Lolipops_Pearls
    @Lolipops_Pearls 8 месяцев назад

    MR. Make it Happennnnn! Thanks for the delicious recipes that keeps my family 👑 crowning me.

  • @momsdiner9653
    @momsdiner9653 9 месяцев назад +2

    This Turkey looks absolutely delicious 😋 . I wanna try this method

  • @lifewithsheilapoboxhullsquad
    @lifewithsheilapoboxhullsquad 9 месяцев назад

    I would love all your recipes and advice on cooking food you got

  • @meganwebb3145
    @meganwebb3145 9 месяцев назад +4

    I’m definitely not hosting thanksgiving but I wouldnt miss a vid! Lol

  • @FranBenjamin-lc9uk
    @FranBenjamin-lc9uk 9 месяцев назад +1

    Amazing and delicious😋I have never made a turkey at 45+ years🙅‍♀. I am not ashamed. I am too afraid to mess up the most important dish at thanksgiving. And after that turkey chiro adjustment, I know I will not ever make a turkey. Lol. This is a great video thank you SO much!

  • @tavialamara
    @tavialamara 9 месяцев назад +9

    Ayyyyy let's make it happen!!! Love watchin you. Feel like a chef in my kitchen and Lord knows if it weren't for you I'd still be making ramen and grilled cheese 🤣🤣
    #collegelife

  • @brown-eyedgirl858
    @brown-eyedgirl858 9 месяцев назад +2

    Happy Thanksgiving, Mr., make it happen! Grateful to you for all the wonderful recipes this year! 🙏💃🏻🙌

  • @trinaross9893
    @trinaross9893 9 месяцев назад +1

    I almost fell out when He said “deep breath” before he cracked that Turkey 🤣 amazing recipes and great videos! never a dull moment in his chicken 🤣

  • @krystlefitzgerald2244
    @krystlefitzgerald2244 9 месяцев назад +3

    That turkey looks so moist and delicious 😋🔥🔥👍

  • @lorismith2354
    @lorismith2354 9 месяцев назад +1

    My turkey is alway amazing, i hope everyone has a happy thanksgiving

  • @donovanbullock1785
    @donovanbullock1785 9 месяцев назад +2

    That was an awsome idea for the turkey. I will be doing this this year. Thanks chef.

  • @EatSleepDreamFoodie
    @EatSleepDreamFoodie 9 месяцев назад

    I don't only want to meet, but eat. Looks as good as my cooking. Always a pleasure to see your recipes

  • @inewsome9854
    @inewsome9854 9 месяцев назад

    Best turkey instructions and tutorial.❤🔥🔥🔥

  • @lesliejones873
    @lesliejones873 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you!!!! You still the Champ ❤

  • @kedra626
    @kedra626 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you! I received a free turkey and we don’t normally make turkey for thanksgiving so I’m going to give it a go. I just need to find something to brine it in😩

  • @homelady1470
    @homelady1470 9 месяцев назад

    The title 😂😂😂😂 you got me!!!Thanks in advance!

  • @annabland2615
    @annabland2615 9 месяцев назад +2

    Happy Thanksgiving 🦃
    Celebrating 🥳 the Holidays to Black Friday Day. Work schedule has changed for the week to be off got to work Sunday Morning today will not be able to watch the Thanksgiving 🦃 cooking.
    Thank You 🙏🏽 for Chef Cooking!

  • @SavoryExperimentsCooking
    @SavoryExperimentsCooking 9 месяцев назад

    Great tips! Thanks for sharing!

  • @katyarnold-ji8sv
    @katyarnold-ji8sv 9 месяцев назад

    Make It Mr. Happen your turkey looks delicious!!!

  • @kkat7512
    @kkat7512 9 месяцев назад +1

    Looks incredible & always love your humor!!

  • @alisamitchell8826
    @alisamitchell8826 9 месяцев назад

    LOOKS GOOD AND TENDER

  • @ScoobyDanielsx3
    @ScoobyDanielsx3 9 месяцев назад +3

    Yeahhh that looked amazing! ✨ 🦃 😋

  • @iiricekrispy
    @iiricekrispy 9 месяцев назад +2

    Can I have a plate Mr. MakeItHappen? That turkey looks fire!

  • @ymcghee40
    @ymcghee40 9 месяцев назад

    Love the bloopers😊

  • @brendamorrow1644
    @brendamorrow1644 9 месяцев назад +1

    Looks delicious thank you for the suggestion much love

  • @benjaminstarks4071
    @benjaminstarks4071 9 месяцев назад

    Matt with the bloopers...hilarious!! Thanks.

  • @Neoprene00
    @Neoprene00 9 месяцев назад

    Nice bird!!! I think the word you were looking for was “emulsify.” Dope video!

  • @shay_J90
    @shay_J90 9 месяцев назад

    I’m trying this for Christmas!!

  • @crystalscott6274
    @crystalscott6274 9 месяцев назад

    Looks good but we love the bloopers!😂😂

  • @ericanelson1461
    @ericanelson1461 9 месяцев назад

    Very interesting Mr. Make It Happen.. The ingredients you put on the turkey were cool.

  • @redpassion1313
    @redpassion1313 9 месяцев назад +1

    My family doesn't eat turkey for Thanksgiving. I guess because my mom always prepared baked hen and dressing and baked ham for us growing up. I don't eat turkey like that. I may eat a turkey club sandwich every now and then. I just don't really care for traditional turkey. I have fried a turkey before and enjoyed it. Your turkey looks very nice. If I ever decide to cook one, I'll use your recipe. Thanks for sharing. Happy Thanksgiving!

    • @trailerparkcryptoking5213
      @trailerparkcryptoking5213 9 месяцев назад

      In the words of The Rock, “It doesn’t matter what you or your family like....!” 😂😂😂

  • @katherinebraxton5068
    @katherinebraxton5068 9 месяцев назад

    Man this really takes the pressure of how I should cook and cut the turkey.💯😊🌊🏍

  • @JerroldKrenek
    @JerroldKrenek 9 месяцев назад +6

    Hit the Thumbs up, Subscribe, and Notify buttons, and leave a comment below. Please share this video, too!!

    • @MrMakeItHappen
      @MrMakeItHappen  9 месяцев назад +1

      thanks for your support!!

    • @JerroldKrenek
      @JerroldKrenek 9 месяцев назад

      its why i get the big BUX!!!!!!!!!!! lol

  • @checkMe1011
    @checkMe1011 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you Chef( Mr Make It Happen) Tulsa The Turkey already brining. Thank you for tips, really helpful!! Chef your Turkey looks Amazing and Beautiful!! Yummy 😋!

  • @brianamcdonald1651
    @brianamcdonald1651 9 месяцев назад +2

    New to coking here the bag that had all those herbs in them did you make that bag personally or buy it in the store ?

  • @tawilson29
    @tawilson29 9 месяцев назад

    In the words of Matt…”LOOKIN’ GOOD ❤. Thank you for sharing.

  • @aimeelippiatte7534
    @aimeelippiatte7534 9 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Thanksgiving! Using your amazing seasoning today🎉

  • @YoutubeFanatic916
    @YoutubeFanatic916 9 месяцев назад

    Hell yeah bro i been referencing your old video of this whole process and turkey been in the brine for about 18 hours! Thanks for the help my man

  • @milady7627
    @milady7627 9 месяцев назад

    lol….😂 I love the bloopers!

  • @eliyailunga5212
    @eliyailunga5212 9 месяцев назад

    i can't wait to use this method this thanksgiving. thanks for sharing Chef

  • @ladygreer9323
    @ladygreer9323 9 месяцев назад

    Oh yeah Mr Make it Happen. Delicious 🤤 Enjoy! Thanksgiving is about to be a treat..

  • @reneejohnson4882
    @reneejohnson4882 9 месяцев назад

    This is the ABSOLUTELY PERFECT Matt..l will definitely be preparing this!

  • @Shelly_Dee
    @Shelly_Dee 9 месяцев назад

    Right on time chef

  • @zariyaio4585
    @zariyaio4585 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks to you, I’m proud to say I no longer burn water💕

  • @sanecanefishing
    @sanecanefishing 9 месяцев назад +1

    Awesomeness 👊💯🎯🔥 Watching all the time

  • @shaundravanburen4414
    @shaundravanburen4414 9 месяцев назад +1

    I know it's the holidays, but maybe you could do your take on Popeye's Ghost Pepper and Sweet and Spicy Wings! I have tried both and they're pretty good.

  • @sherylmoss642
    @sherylmoss642 9 месяцев назад

    Beautiful bird and gravy

  • @andreoverton9541
    @andreoverton9541 9 месяцев назад

    Happy Thanksgiving bro. Good looking bird.

  • @michaelbrame4933
    @michaelbrame4933 9 месяцев назад

    SOLID RECIPE!!!

  • @teetee2307
    @teetee2307 9 месяцев назад

    Love your videos. Especially this time of the year. Can you share the link to your brining bucket? Much appreciated.

  • @stephnelson5673
    @stephnelson5673 9 месяцев назад +1

    Money shot….. looking GOOOOOD!!!!!

  • @shawnsea624
    @shawnsea624 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks!

  • @leezee6333
    @leezee6333 9 месяцев назад +3

    How long do you let the turkey cook please? Looks so delicious 😊

    • @MrMakeItHappen
      @MrMakeItHappen  9 месяцев назад +3

      In the oven about 4-6 minutes per pound

  • @lifewithsheilapoboxhullsquad
    @lifewithsheilapoboxhullsquad 9 месяцев назад

    Where are you from and please give me your recipe for the peach Cobbler your food looks Beautiful

  • @garybeshears5632
    @garybeshears5632 9 месяцев назад

    Oh that looks delicious thank you from Barbara 😊

  • @sheresesmith9169
    @sheresesmith9169 9 месяцев назад

    Yummy look so good look at that gravy mmm

  • @laurw7643
    @laurw7643 9 месяцев назад +1

    Yesss this is what I was waiting for!

  • @VerbalKarate
    @VerbalKarate 9 месяцев назад +1

    Looks great! Would be good to know how spatchcock affects cook temp and time. I'm definitely down to try this approach this week.

  • @user-gn1ft5km1q
    @user-gn1ft5km1q 9 месяцев назад

    WOW SUPERB BROTHEF MR MAKE HAPPEN THANKS FOR YOUR VIDEO TIPS COOKING VERYUSEFUL VERALEVEL VALTHUKKAL NANIDI VANAKKAM OAKY ❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @belizeanprincessAri
    @belizeanprincessAri 9 месяцев назад

    This looks amazing. Only doing a turkey breast this Thanksgiving. Will use this recipe

  • @Uptown_AV
    @Uptown_AV 9 месяцев назад

    😂 The bloopers

  • @lowcarbmind
    @lowcarbmind 9 месяцев назад +1

    Nice work Matt🔥🔥🔥

  • @BabyGirl-bp8xt
    @BabyGirl-bp8xt 9 месяцев назад

    i was wondering if you had any recommendations for food prep gloves? an amazon link maybe? from your videos yours seem to really work and all the ones ive tried so far are filmsy and rip easily.

  • @noemicastrillo-jones1357
    @noemicastrillo-jones1357 9 месяцев назад +1

    I really need to learn how to cook a turkey 😊😋😋

  • @tanyah9365
    @tanyah9365 9 месяцев назад

    Okay…it’s official! I ain’t EVER making traditional turkey again! This was the shiiii. If y’all are reading this….people; JUST DO IT! My 69 year old Mama, retired chef…said my turkey is amazing! Y’all don’t even know. Lol😂 Anyway. Again. Just do it. Thank you Mr. Make it Happen. ❤

  • @ladiuneeq9789
    @ladiuneeq9789 9 месяцев назад

    Yummy!! Going to make this, but keto-friendly. 😋😁

  • @sherylgauthier6122
    @sherylgauthier6122 9 месяцев назад

    Dude that looks amazing. That is definitely a Turkey to brag about. ❤❤

  • @davidhembree9451
    @davidhembree9451 9 месяцев назад +1

    Hello from Greenwood, South Carolina. I really love your videos and also I am a member I'm good friends with. Ab brother

  • @candy.......
    @candy....... 9 месяцев назад +1

    Lol the title cracks me up

  • @dwaynemccants8932
    @dwaynemccants8932 9 месяцев назад

    Hey Chef you use to suggest better than bouillon for everything why dry chicken bouillon?

  • @elitefuturestraders
    @elitefuturestraders 9 месяцев назад

    Holy rusted metal batman that bird i
    s the bomb! Amazing!

  • @user-sz9dj1py4l
    @user-sz9dj1py4l 9 месяцев назад

    ..that word iz . . .
    EMULSIFY / emulsified ...??
    .. THANK YOU for Cooking.
    ....."the Bird is the word"🎉🐔🐓

  • @BenjiTheFrenchbulldog
    @BenjiTheFrenchbulldog 9 месяцев назад +1

    I finally just ordered the 3 AP seadongs and my thermometer🌡 and i cant wait to try them out 😁😁😁😁thank you thank you thank you!! You are in my top 3 go-to Chefs! You never disappoint ❤❤❤❤❤❤ i know that turkey gone be good. Ill try it another time because this year im cooking Duck & Lamb. Do you have a Thanksgiving recipe for those?? That would be awesome 😁😁😁

  • @simplybrittney8780
    @simplybrittney8780 9 месяцев назад

    Excited to try this! Where can you find the brine seasoning mix?

  • @joelc.3683
    @joelc.3683 9 месяцев назад

    Can I come to your festivities!!!! OMG.

  • @Crystal13164
    @Crystal13164 9 месяцев назад +1

    Looks amazing!!

  • @samanthawilliams1846
    @samanthawilliams1846 9 месяцев назад

    What flavor enhancer alternative would you recommend besides MSG?

  • @danayancey9921
    @danayancey9921 9 месяцев назад +1

    Can you use a broiler pan if u don't have a wire rack with pan

  • @abe5318
    @abe5318 9 месяцев назад +1

    If this bird is not tasty enough I don't know what will! 👍

  • @switch1237
    @switch1237 8 месяцев назад

    Fantastic ❤