Description
Herb Butter Roasted Turkey is the ultimate holiday centerpiece, delivering a succulent and flavorful experience that will leave your guests raving. Infused with a delightful blend of fresh herbs and creamy unsalted butter, this turkey boasts a gorgeous golden skin and moist, tender meat. Perfect for festive occasions or simple family dinners, this recipe guarantees to impress and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12-14 lb) whole turkey
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mix the softened butter with rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan. Gently lift the skin from the breast meat and spread half of the herb butter mixture underneath it. Rub the remaining butter over the entire surface of the turkey.
- Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh without touching bone. Roast for 3-4 hours until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Baste every hour with pan juices for added moisture.
- Allow turkey to rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg