Description
A delicious roasted turkey recipe for Thanksgiving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, quartered
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage)
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 olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with onion, lemon, garlic, and herbs.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth into the bottom.
- Cover the turkey with foil and roast for about 3 hours.
- Remove the foil and roast for an additional hour until golden brown.
- Check the internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Brining the turkey overnight enhances flavor and moisture.
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Save the carcass for making turkey broth.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: pavo thanksgiving, turkey recipe, roasted turkey