Roast Turkey With All The Trimmings Recipe
Traditional roast turkey served with all the festive accompaniments.
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Ingredients
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Turkey Ingredients
Method
Roasting Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- 2
Prepare the Turkey
Remove the turkey from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
- 3
Season the Turkey
Rub the outside of the turkey with olive oil, then season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Place rosemary and thyme inside the cavity of the turkey along with the whole lemon.
- 4
Roast the Turkey
Place the turkey breast side up on a roasting rack in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 13-15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the breast.
- 5
Rest the Turkey
Remove the turkey from the oven, cover it loosely with aluminum foil, and let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes before carving.
