Bourbon Turkey

Directions

1. 1
   24 hours in Advance: Soak 1 yard of cheesecloth in bourbon ring out lightly and stuff into turkey cavity.
2. 2
   Rub Herbs de Provence under the turkey skin.
3. 3
   With a kitchen needle and thread tack the skin back on the breast securely with a few stitches.
4. 4
   Wrap the turkey with the remaining cheesecloth and soak the cloth with the remaining bourbon.
5. 5
   Marinate in fridge for 24 hours, turning the turkey over 4-6 times.
6. 6
   Next day: Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
7. 7
   Remove cheesecloth from the outside of the turkey and stuff it into the cavity with the other cheesecloth.
8. 8
   Rub turkey with olive oil and salt and pepper.
9. 9
   Bake 275 degrees f for 5 hours basting frequently.