A classic Thanksgiving Turkey recipe that is perfect for holiday gatherings. This recipe yields a juicy and flavorful turkey with crispy skin.
A classic Thanksgiving Turkey recipe that is perfect for holiday gatherings. This recipe yields a juicy and flavorful turkey with crispy skin.
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
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This turkey recipe was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The herbs made it so flavorful. I will definitely use this again!
I’m so glad it turned out well! Those herbs really do make a difference. What’s your favorite part of the meal?
I don’t know, I think it needs more spices. My turkey came out kinda bland. 😕