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Roast Turkey
Roast Turkey
3.70 from 36 votes
Delicious and juicy roasted turkey for your holiday feast.
Servings 12 people
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours

Ingredients
  

  • 1 turkey 12-15 lbs
  • 1 cup butter melted
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 onion quartered
  • 3 stalks celery chopped
  • 3 carrots chopped
  • 1 sprig rosemary
  • 1 sprig thyme
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  • Remove the giblets and neck from the turkey cavity and set aside.
  • Rinse the turkey inside and out and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush the melted butter all over the turkey, including the cavity. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stuff the cavity with the quartered onion, chopped celery, chopped carrots, rosemary sprig, and thyme sprig.
  • Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan.
  • Cover the turkey loosely with foil and roast for 2 hours.
  • Remove the foil and roast for an additional hour, basting every 30 minutes with the pan juices.
  • Check the temperature of the turkey using a meat thermometer. It should register 165°F (74°C) when inserted into the thickest part of the thigh.
  • Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 50gFat: 15g
Calories: 350kcal
Meal Type: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Roast Turkey, turkey
Cooking Method: Roasted
Time: >45 Min
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