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Roast Turkey Recipe

Need a perfect Roast Turkey Recipe that's moist, juicy and filled with delicious flavor. This recipe uses a selective blend of fresh herbs and seasonings.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword How To Roast A Turkey, Roast Turkey

Ingredients

  • Ingredients Needed
  • 12 Ilb Turkey Size preference optional, seasoning will vary according to size
  • Customize Amount Of Seasoning According To Preference
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter + 2 tablespoons
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary + extra dry rub to season outer turkey
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sage
  • 1 tablespoon season all
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • Half teaspoon fresh thyme
  • One packet chicken bouillon powder

Instructions

  • PreparationPat dry cleaned turkey and set aside. 
  • Taking 6 tablespoons of butter add dry seasonings, minced garlic, drizzle of olive oil and combine all ingredients.
  • Using about 2 tablespoons of butter, roll in palm of hands. Making a ball place under skin of turkey. Using other hand placed on top of turkey gently massage, to smooth out butter. Repeat process all over turkey.
  • Adding remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter along with 1 tablespoon of olive oil drizzle onto the outer skin of turkey. (Top and
  • Bottom). The Olive Oil will prevent the butter from burning.
  • Taking extra dry rub seasoning, sprinkle liberally unto Turkey, while being sure to season well.
  • Optional (Cover and allow turkey to marinate for couple hours)
  • Oven Bag Instructions (Disclaimer As Per Oven Bag Company).
  • Place 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour into bag. (This will prevent bag from breaking).
  • Carefully placing turkey into oven bake bag, be sure to tie bag securely using provided twist tie.
  • Using a scissors make six small slits.
  • Placing into preheated 350° oven allow the turkey to bake for 2 1/2 to 3 hours (according to size)
  • Be sure to check on turkey periodically.
  • After the allowed baking time, remove turkey setting aside allowing the turkey to rest before carving.
  • Enjoy!!!