Roasted Turkey Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Turkey
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Remove the turkey giblets and neck from the cavity and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Turkey
Rub the olive oil all over the turkey, ensuring even coverage. In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Rub this mixture generously over the turkey, both inside the cavity and on the skin.
- 3
Stuff the Turkey
Place the halved lemon and fresh herb sprigs inside the turkey cavity.
- 4
Roast the Turkey
Place the turkey breast side up on a roasting rack in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven, estimating about 13-15 minutes per pound. Baste the turkey with its juices every 30 minutes.
- 5
Check for Doneness
The turkey is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh. Use a meat thermometer to check.
- 6
Rest the Turkey
Once done, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes before carving.
