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Roast Turkey Recipe

A classic roast turkey recipe perfect for holidays.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole Turkey about 12-14 pounds
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 2 tablespoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1 bunch Fresh Herbs such as thyme, rosemary, and sage
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Remove the turkey giblets. Rinse the turkey inside and out, and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Place the turkey in a large roasting pan. Rub the turkey with the softened butter, and season with salt and pepper inside and out.
  4. Stuff the turkey cavity with the bunch of fresh herbs. Pour the chicken broth into the roasting pan.
  5. Roast the turkey, uncovered, in the preheated oven for about 4 hours, or until the internal temperature of the thigh reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste the turkey with the pan juices every hour.
  6. Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 60g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 180mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 500mg | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Holiday, Roast, Turkey
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