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Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe

A classic Thanksgiving turkey recipe that's juicy and flavorful.
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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 12-14 pounds
  • 1 cup Butter melted
  • 2 tablespoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 bunch Fresh Herbs thyme, rosemary, sage
  • 1 whole Lemon halved
  • 1 whole Onion quartered

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Remove the turkey giblets and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
  3. Rub the turkey with melted butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  4. Stuff the turkey cavity with fresh herbs, lemon halves, and onion quarters.
  5. Place the turkey on a roasting pan and cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
  6. Roast the turkey for about 3-4 hours, basting occasionally with the pan juices.
  7. Remove the foil during the last 45 minutes to let the skin brown.
  8. The turkey is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 60g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 220mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Thanksgiving, Turkey
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