Description
A classic Thanksgiving roast recipe that brings warmth and flavor to your holiday table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the turkey by removing the giblets and patting it dry.
- In a bowl, mix butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary.
- Rub the butter mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin.
- Stuff the cavity with onion, carrots, and celery.
- Place the turkey on a roasting pan and pour chicken broth around it.
- Cover the turkey loosely with aluminum foil.
- Roast in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, removing foil for the last 30 minutes to brown.
- Check the internal temperature, it should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Ensure the turkey is fully thawed before cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: thanksgiving roast, turkey, holiday meal