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Butter Roasted Turkey with Garlic and Herbs

Butter Roasted Turkey with Garlic and Herbs for Holiday Joy

Experience the joy of the holidays with this Butter Roasted Turkey with Garlic and Herbs that delights with every bite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 45 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Turkey
  • 10 lb whole turkey make sure it's completely thawed before cooking for best results
  • 1/2 cup butter at room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil optional
  • 3 tablespoons poultry seasoning provides a wonderful herbal flavor
For Flavor Enhancements
  • 2 lemons insert lemon halves into the cavity for extra zest
  • 1 small bunch rosemary optional, dried can work
  • 1 small bunch thyme optional, substitute with dried thyme if fresh is unavailable
For Roasting Elements
  • 2 yellow onions small and quartered
  • 2 heads garlic peeled and crushed
  • 2 cups water creates steam in the oven

Equipment

  • roasting pan
  • Cooking String
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Remove any giblets from the cavity of the turkey and pat the skin dry.
  3. Gently slide butter between the turkey skin and breast meat, then rub the remaining butter all over the turkey.
  4. Stuff the cavity with lemon, rosemary, and thyme.
  5. Tie the turkey legs together with kitchen string.
  6. Combine water, onions, lemon wedges, and garlic in the roasting pan.
  7. Place the turkey on top of the onion and garlic mixture, then season with poultry seasoning.
  8. Roast the turkey for approximately 3 1/2 to 4 hours, covering with foil for the first 2 hours.
  9. Baste the turkey every 20-30 minutes after removing the foil.
  10. Let the turkey rest uncovered for at least 45 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the turkey is completely thawed 24 hours in advance and use high-quality unsalted butter for the best flavor.

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