Description
Delicious ideas for preparing Thanksgiving turkey.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 2 cups turkey broth
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 cups stuffing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove the giblets from the turkey cavity and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix the butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, and thyme.
- Rub the butter mixture under the skin and over the turkey.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon, onion, and stuffing if using.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan and pour the broth around it.
- Cover the turkey loosely with foil.
- Roast for about 13-15 minutes per pound, basting occasionally.
- Remove the foil in the last hour to brown the skin.
- Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Choose a thawed turkey for even cooking.
- Brining the turkey overnight can enhance flavor.
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs and spices.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: thanksgiving turkey ideas, roasted turkey, holiday recipes