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Buttery Herb-Baked Turkey
This Buttery Herb-Baked Turkey is sure to be a crowd-pleaser and the star of your Thanksgiving meal. The ingredients are simple, and the preparation is easy, so all you have to do is focus on the flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1 (10- to 12-pound) turkey, thawed if frozen
- 1 stick (½ cup) butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh sage
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Remove the turkey from its packaging and rinse it inside and out. Pat it dry with paper towels.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan that’s been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, rosemary, sage, thyme, garlic powder, and onion powder. Rub the butter mixture all over the turkey.
- Sprinkle turkey with salt and pepper.
- Roast the turkey for 2 to 2½ hours, until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F.
- Transfer the turkey to a cutting board, cover with foil, and let it rest for 30 minutes before carving.
Calories:
One serving of Buttery Herb-Baked Turkey is approximately 656 calories.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve your Buttery Herb-Baked Turkey with mashed potatoes, roasted sweet potatoes, stuffing, and cranberry sauce. Enjoy!
We hope you enjoy this recipe, and that you and your loved ones have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
