This roast turkey recipe guarantees a juicy and flavorful bird, perfect for any festive occasion. With a blend of aromatic herbs and a perfect roasting technique, it will become the star of your dinner table.
Preparation time
30min
Cooking time
3h
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 10 g black pepper
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh sage
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 lemon
- 2 onion
- 15 g salt
- 230 g unsalted butter
- 6 kg whole turkey
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
Step 2
Rinse the turkey inside and out, then pat dry with paper towels.
Step 3
Rub the turkey with the softened butter, making sure to cover the entire surface.
Step 4
Season the inside of the turkey with salt and pepper. Stuff the cavity with lemon, onions, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and sage.
Step 5
Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.
Step 6
Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for approximately 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F). Baste the turkey with the pan juices every 30 minutes.
Step 7
Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes before carving.
Step 8
Carve the turkey and serve with your favorite side dishes.