Beschreibung
A classic roasted turkey recipe perfect for Christmas gatherings.
Zutaten
Skala
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)
Anweisungen
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove the turkey giblets and pat the turkey dry.
- Rub the softened butter all over the turkey, including under the skin.
- Season the turkey inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with onion, carrots, celery, and herbs.
- Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.
- Pour chicken broth into the bottom of the pan.
- Roast the turkey for about 3-4 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
- Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate cooking.
- Save the drippings for gravy.
- Consider brining the turkey overnight for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Kochen Zeit: 3.5 hours
- Kategorie: Main Course
- Methode: Roasting
- Küche: American
Ernährung
- Portionsgröße: 1 slice
- Kalorien: 350
- Zucker: 0g
- Natrium: 800mg
- Fett: 20g
- Gesättigte Fettsäuren: 5g
- Ungesättigte Fette: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Kohlenhydrate: 0g
- Faser: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterin: 120mg
Keywords: Christmas turkey, holiday turkey, roasted turkey