Thanksgiving Turkey is a whole roasted bird, seasoned with herbs and butter or oil, slow-cooked until the skin is golden and the meat is tender and juicy. Often served with stuffing, gravy, and traditional sides for festive meals.
Thanksgiving Turkey
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Cook Time
4 hours
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Serving
8 Persons
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Ingredients
- Whole Turkey (12–14 lbs) – 1 Piece
- Unsalted Butter (softened) – 0.5 Cup
- Salt – 2 Tbsp
- black pepper – 2 Tsp
- Garlic Powder – 1 Tsp
- Onion Powder – 1 Tsp
- Dried Thyme – 1 Tsp
- Dried Rosemary – 1 Tsp
- Fresh Herbs (optional, for cavity) – 4 Sprigs
- Onion, Carrot, Celery (for roasting pan) – 1 Cup chopped
Nutrition
Per Serving
360 Kcal per serving
Calories
40 Grams
Protein
20 Grams
Fat
2 Grams
Carbohydrates
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Remove giblets and pat turkey dry.
Step 2
Rub softened butter all over the turkey, including under the skin, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary.
Step 3
Stuff cavity with fresh herbs and optional aromatics like onion, carrot, and celery.
Step 4
Place turkey breast-side up on a roasting rack over a roasting pan with chopped vegetables underneath.
Step 5
Roast 3–4 hours (about 13–15 minutes per pound) until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) in the thickest part of the breast.
Step 6
Let turkey rest 20–30 minutes before carving. Serve with gravy and traditional sides.
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