Microwaved Turkey - No, Im not kidding! - turkey

Method

• Whatever stuffing you want to use, or none.
• This method of preparing your turkey IS different.
• But, the turkey should turn out with a lovely brown color, fall off the bones tender and more than enough juice to make as much gravy as you could want.
• Empty all cavities, wash, pat dry and rub outside with olive oil, feel free to use any seasonings that you want.
• Stuff if you want and truss with string, or skewers.
• MOST modern microwave ovens will tolerate a moderate amount of metal.
• Refer to your owner's manual for details if you're not sure.
• Place breast side down on microwave proof roasting pan or rack in baking dish.
• Cover with waxed paper and cook on HIGH 2 MIN.
• PER POUND.
• Flip the bird breast side up and turn 1/2 rotation if you don't use a turntable.
• Cover wings, ends of drumsticks and top of breast with foil, secure with toothpicks and replace wax paper.
• Cook at 50% FOR 70- 90 MIN.
• (turn 1/2 rotation every 30 min.
• if no turntable.)
• or 185F in thickest part of breast.
• Baste freequently with juices in pan.
• Let your bird rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.
• This is a good time to make your gravy.