Description
Roast turkey is the star of holiday gatherings, offering a succulent centerpiece that delights family and friends. With its crispy skin and juicy meat infused with fresh herbs and garlic, this recipe is simple yet impressive, making it an essential dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 large onions, quartered
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Remove giblets from the turkey cavity and pat dry.
- Rub olive oil all over the turkey’s skin and inside the cavity. Generously season with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with onions, garlic, and fresh herbs.
- Place the turkey breast-side up on a roasting rack in a large pan. Pour chicken broth into the bottom of the pan.
- Roast for approximately 13 minutes per pound until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), basting every 30 minutes.
- Once done, let the turkey rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (112g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg