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Roast Turkey

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A perfectly roasted turkey featuring crispy skin and juicy, tender meat, ideal for festive dinners and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole turkey (12-14 lbs)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, halved

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Remove the turkey giblets and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, sage, and garlic.
  4. Gently loosen the skin over the turkey breast and spread half of the herb butter mixture beneath the skin.
  5. Rub the remaining herb butter mixture over the outside of the turkey.
  6. Place the onion, carrots, celery, and lemon inside the turkey cavity.
  7. Place the turkey breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth into the pan.
  8. Roast the turkey for about 3 to 3.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
  9. Baste the turkey every 45 minutes with pan juices to keep it moist.
  10. Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.

Notes

For extra flavor, try brining the turkey overnight or serve with homemade gravy made from the pan drippings.

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