Description
Juicy Thanksgiving Turkey is the centerpiece of your holiday feast, boasting a golden-brown exterior and tender, succulent meat that melts in your mouth. Infused with fresh herbs and zesty lemon, this recipe guarantees an unforgettable experience for family and friends around the table. Follow these straightforward steps to create a turkey that will be the star of your gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–16 pounds)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 3 sprigs fresh sage
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 onion, quartered
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove giblets from the turkey; rinse and pat dry.
- Rub olive oil generously over the turkey; season inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the turkey cavity with lemon halves, onion quarters, and fresh herbs.
- Place the turkey breast-side up on a roasting rack in a large pan; roast for 3-4 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting occasionally.
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 ounces (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg