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Roast Turkey Recipe

Ultimate Roast Turkey Recipe for Unforgettable Holidays

This Roast Turkey Recipe transforms festive meals into memorable family celebrations, perfect for novice cooks.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Turkey
  • 10-14 lbs Turkey fresh or completely thawed frozen
For the Herb Butter
  • 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 2 tsp Lemon Zest
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh Thyme leaves
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh Rosemary chopped
For the Stuffing Inside
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion quartered
  • 8 Garlic Cloves smashed
  • 1/2 bunch Fresh Parsley chopped
For Seasoning
  • Kosher Salt
  • Black Pepper

Equipment

  • roasting pan
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey's cavity and pat it dry with paper towels. Season inside generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
  2. In a bowl, mix the butter, lemon zest, thyme, and rosemary. Separate the skin from the turkey breast and apply one-third of the butter mixture underneath the skin. Rub remaining butter all over the outside.
  3. Stuff the cavity with quartered onion, smashed garlic, and chopped parsley, packing without overstuffing.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roast the turkey for 2 hours and 20 minutes to 3 hours and 30 minutes. Check doneness with a meat thermometer.
  5. Once done, remove from oven and let the turkey rest for 30 to 60 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalProtein: 60gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 4IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure to properly thaw the turkey and follow safe handling methods to avoid bacteria spread.

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