Description
A succulent and flavorful Thanksgiving turkey infused with a creamy herb butter, perfect for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix the softened butter with minced rosemary, thyme, sage, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Gently lift the turkey skin and spread the herb butter underneath.
- Stuff the turkey cavity with quartered onion.
- Place the turkey in the roasting pan and pour chicken broth around it.
- Roast the turkey for about 3 to 4 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
- Check for doneness with a meat thermometer aiming for 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
- Carve the turkey and serve.
Notes
Prepare the herb butter a day prior for enhanced flavor. Ensure turkey is fully thawed before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg