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Not sure what you're looking at, but it comes out very brown and crispy.
How to Cook a Turkey in a Paper Bag . Easy, No Baste Turkey

Well, I can only vouch for the last 38 years, not sure if anyone died before that. Never heard of sprinkling water on the bag, you butter it, some use shortening, and no the bag will not start on...

You're right.
Here's one without a top crust that works well, likely others out there.
Paper Bag Apple Pie Recipe | King Arthur Flour

Anybody?
Had an early Thanksgiving today and remembered I hadn't done turkey that way in many years, so.........,
comes out great if you've never tried it.