Can fryers be roasted?

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I bought a roasting machine that says it can only handle roasting chickens up to five pounds. Most
roasters I was told range between 5-7 pounds. People suggested I roast frying chickens, which
average 3-5 pounds.

Are fryers any good roasted? Also, any suggestions on seasoning the bird before roasting?

Thanks, Mark Ferrante

Sure, they are essentially the same bird, only a classification due to size.

As for seasoning, it is a matter of personal taste. We usually use a combination that can include
some or all of the following: garlic, pepper, rosemary, basil, oregano, thyme, salt. Mix it together
and rub it all over the bird, then cook. Ed [email hidden] pages.cthome.netedhomeOpen ↗

On Wed, 04 Feb 2004 03:38:25 GMT, "Edwin Pawlowski" <[email hidden]>

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I bought a roasting machine that says it can only handle roasting chickens up to five pounds.
Most roasters I was told range between 5-7 pounds. People suggested I roast frying chickens,
which average 3-5 pounds.

Are fryers any good roasted? Also, any suggestions on seasoning the bird before roasting?

Thanks, Mark Ferrante

Sure, they are essentially the same bird, only a classification due to size.

As for seasoning, it is a matter of personal taste. We usually use a combination that can include
some or all of the following: garlic, pepper, rosemary, basil, oregano, thyme, salt. Mix it
together and rub it all over the bird, then cook. Ed

Thanks Ed for your seasoning suggestions. I bought a 4 pound fresh fryer and will try it on Wed. I
will let you know how the first time goes!

Mark Ferrante

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I bought a roasting machine that says it can only handle roasting chickens up to five pounds.
Most roasters I was told range between 5-7 pounds. People suggested I roast frying chickens,
which average 3-5 pounds.

Are fryers any good roasted? Also, any suggestions on seasoning the bird before roasting?

Thanks, Mark Ferrante

Sure, they are essentially the same bird, only a classification due to size.

As for seasoning, it is a matter of personal taste. We usually use a combination that can include
some or all of the following: garlic, pepper, rosemary, basil, oregano, thyme, salt. Mix it
together and rub it all over the bird, then cook. Ed [email hidden] pages.cthome.netedhomeOpen ↗

I just add a little extra fat when doing a fryer - they tend to be a little more lean. My mainstream
chicken seasoning is gchopped arlic and onion in the pan with the bird, a little water, oil the
bird's skin and then sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and chili powder
(homemade). Alternatively, I do an Italian spice rub on the oiled skin.

-L.

I roasted one this afternoon! (And made stock with the carcass, of course.)

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"FERRANTE" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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I bought a roasting machine that says it can only handle roasting chickens up to five pounds.
Most roasters I was told range between 5-7 pounds. People suggested I roast frying chickens,
which average 3-5 pounds.

Are fryers any good roasted? Also, any suggestions on seasoning the bird before roasting?

Thanks, Mark Ferrante

Sure, they are essentially the same bird, only a classification due to size.

As for seasoning, it is a matter of personal taste. We usually use a combination that can include
some or all of the following: garlic, pepper, rosemary, basil, oregano, thyme, salt. Mix it
together and rub it all over the bird, then cook. Ed [email hidden] pages.cthome.netedhomeOpen ↗

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Are fryers any good roasted?

Fryers are actually better than roasters for roasting. In general: the smaller the chicken, the
better it roasts.

But I've never used a "roasting machine," and I don't know what their special demands and
features are.

I rub the thing with minced garlic, sage, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Baste with olive oil
frequently and salt afterwards.

Neil

FERRANTE said:

I bought a roasting machine that says it can only handle roasting chickens up to five pounds. Most
roasters I was told range between 5-7 pounds. People suggested I roast frying chickens, which
average 3-5 pounds.

Are fryers any good roasted? Also, any suggestions on seasoning the bird before roasting?

I roast fryers regularly. They are fine. Stewer chickens are a different story.

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Are fryers any good roasted?

Fryers are actually better than roasters for roasting. In general: the smaller the chicken, the
better it roasts.

But I've never used a "roasting machine," and I don't know what their special demands and
features are.

Here is what I bought. I am in no way trying to promote Ebay or this particular auction item, but
thought it would be easy for anyone to see my new machine and its features by going here. Make sure
you scroll down and read all about it:

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Mark Ferrante

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I rub the thing with minced garlic, sage, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Baste with olive oil
frequently and salt afterwards.

Neil