Turkey Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Stuffing (Optional)
Method
Preparing the Turkey
- 1
Thaw the Turkey
If using a frozen turkey, allow it to thaw in the refrigerator for 1-2 days before cooking.
- 2
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- 3
Prepare the Turkey
Remove the giblets and neck from the turkey cavity. Rinse the turkey under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 4
Season the Turkey
Rub the entire turkey with olive oil, then season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary. Place the lemon and fresh sage inside the cavity of the turkey.
Optional Stuffing
- 5
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with bread cubes, chicken broth, dried sage, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 7
Stuff the Turkey
If desired, loosely fill the turkey cavity with the stuffing mixture.
Roasting the Turkey
- 8
Prepare for Roasting
Place the turkey breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Tie the legs together with kitchen twine.
- 9
Roast the Turkey
Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for about 13 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste the turkey with pan juices every 30 minutes.
- 10
Rest the Turkey
Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
