Description

This Herb Roasted Turkey delivers a golden, crispy skin and incredibly juicy meat, making it a perfect centerpiece for any holiday gathering without extensive kitchen time. The recipe emphasizes a high-impact herb rub with rosemary, sage, and thyme, ensuring flavor with efficiency.

Ingredients

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1 Whole Turkey 12-14 lbs
1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary, finely chopped
3 tablespoons Fresh Thyme, leaves stripped
2 tablespoons Fresh Sage, minced
6–8 cloves Garlic, minced or pressed
2 tablespoons Kosher Salt
1 tablespoon Black Pepper, freshly cracked
1 large Lemon, halved
1 medium Yellow Onion, quartered

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Remove the turkey from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking
Pat the entire turkey dry with paper towels, including the cavity
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, rosemary, thyme, sage, garlic, salt, and pepper to form a thick paste
Stuff the lemon halves and onion quarters into the turkey cavity. Rub some of the herb mixture onto the meat under the skin and the rest over the exterior
Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan and roast until a thermometer reads 165°F (74°C), about 13-15 minutes per pound
Remove the turkey from the oven, tent with foil, and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before carving

Notes

For a quicker cooking option, apply the herb mixture to a bone-in turkey breast.

If using frozen turkey, ensure it is completely thawed before starting.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 450 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 42 g
Cholesterol: 125 mg