Description
Indulge in the ultimate holiday centerpiece with this Roast Turkey Recipe Luscious. Perfectly seasoned and roasted, this turkey boasts a crispy skin and tender, juicy meat infused with aromatic herbs. Ideal for Thanksgiving or any festive gathering, it promises to create unforgettable moments around the dinner table. Impress your guests with this show-stopping dish that guarantees satisfaction and joy with every forkful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12–14 lb whole turkey
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
- 1 lemon, halved
- 4 cups day-old bread cubes
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Place a rack inside a large roasting pan.
- Remove the turkey from its packaging and pat dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Drizzle olive oil over the turkey, massaging it into the skin.
- Stuff the cavity with fresh herbs, garlic cloves, and lemon halves.
- In a bowl, combine bread cubes with chicken broth until just moistened. Spoon loosely into the cavity of the turkey.
- Place the turkey breast-side up on the rack in your roasting pan. Roast for approximately 13-15 minutes per pound, basting occasionally.
- Check doneness using a meat thermometer; ensure it reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C). Cover loosely with foil if browning too quickly.
- Let the turkey rest for at least 20 minutes before carving and serving drizzled with pan juices.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (113g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: <1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg