Description
A classic roast turkey recipe perfect for Thanksgiving. Juicy, flavorful, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried sage
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
- Mix butter, salt, pepper, thyme, sage, and rosemary. Rub mixture over turkey.
- Stuff turkey cavity with onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.
- Place turkey on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour broth into the pan.
- Roast for 3-4 hours, basting every 30 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.
- Letting the turkey rest ensures juiciness.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: roast turkey, Thanksgiving, classic recipe