Description
A simple and classic recipe for a Thanksgiving turkey.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 cups turkey broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove the turkey giblets and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
- Rub the softened butter all over the turkey.
- Season the turkey inside and out with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan and pour turkey broth into the bottom of the pan.
- Cover the turkey with foil and roast for about 2.5 to 3 hours.
- Remove the foil for the last 30 minutes to allow the skin to brown.
- Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for better flavor.
- Brining the turkey overnight can enhance juiciness.
- Save the drippings to make gravy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 4 oz)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: thanksgiving turkey, holiday turkey, roasted turkey