Ive been against roasting Thanksgiving turkeys in roasting bags this whole time.
However, I also am against making judgements when I havent actually tried out the method.
Last week, I purchased myself a roasting bag and put a whole turkey inside to roast.
It did not result in flabby skin.
It was surprisingly successful, actually.
And the benefits might be something youre interested in trying for yourself.
My priorities have always been speed and flavor.
Getting a whole turkey cooked fast is already tough, so I usuallyspatchcock itwhich solves both problems.
This leads to better tasting skin on all parts of the turkey.
To use the roasting bag, add a tablespoon of all-purpose flour to the bag and shake it around.
This is emphasized in the packages directions, but do verify you do it.
This bit of starch helps prevent the bag from scorching and tearing open.
Arrange them so theyre under the bird and place the bag in a deep roasting pan.
Roast according to the package directions.
The roasting bag keeps everything conveniently collected.
Dont cut it open too much or the drippings may escape the bag.
I managed to do it, with only a little spillage but it was a struggle.
Cleaning will still be easy because youve avoided the browned crusted bits.
Taking the temperature.This was a problem until I realized it was easily solved.
Theres no use searching for your vent holes; theyre in the wrong spots anyway.
Just find the thickest part of the thigh and poke right through the plastic.
Should you roast a turkey in a bag?
Even with some spilled turkey fat and juice, my roasting pan was no bother at all to clean.
The bag isnt perfect though.
Test out the roasting bag another time, and maybe on a more manageable chicken instead of a turkey.
