Rating: 4.34
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Thanksgiving Turkey

November 18, 2024

A classic Thanksgiving Turkey recipe that is perfect for holiday gatherings. This recipe yields a juicy and flavorful turkey with crispy skin.

Thanksgiving Turkey

4.34 from 3 votes
A classic Thanksgiving Turkey recipe that is perfect for holiday gatherings. This recipe yields a juicy and flavorful turkey with crispy skin.
Servings 10 people
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 pounds turkey Thawed if frozen
  • 1/2 cup butter Softened
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme Chopped
  • 1 lemon lemon Quartered
  • 1 head garlic Halved
  • 1 onion onion Quartered

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  • Remove the turkey giblets and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
  • Rub the turkey with softened butter and olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme.
  • Stuff the cavity with lemon quarters, garlic halves, and onion.
  • Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a large roasting pan.
  • Roast the turkey in the preheated oven, basting occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
  • Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 60gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg
Calories: 450kcal
Meal Type: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: holiday recipes, Thanksgiving, turkey
Cooking Method: Baked
Time: 30-45 Min
Level: Easy

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  1. 5 stars
    This turkey recipe was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The herbs made it so flavorful. I will definitely use this again!

    1. 5 stars
      I’m so glad it turned out well! Those herbs really do make a difference. What’s your favorite part of the meal?

  2. meagan.hoppe says:

    3 stars
    I don’t know, I think it needs more spices. My turkey came out kinda bland. 😕

4.34 from 3 votes

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