Description
Garlic Herb Butter Roast Turkey is the ultimate centerpiece for your holiday feast, delivering a mouthwatering combination of juicy meat and crispy, golden-brown skin. Infused with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs, this turkey recipe guarantees to impress family and friends alike. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any festive gathering, it’s simple to prepare yet bursting with flavor. Elevate your holiday traditions with this unforgettable dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12-14 lb) whole turkey
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh sage (chopped)
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped herbs until well combined.
- Pat dry the turkey with paper towels and season both inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with leftover herbs or citrus slices if desired.
- Gently separate the skin from the meat and smother herb butter beneath the skin and over the turkey's exterior.
- Place the turkey breast side up in a roasting pan and roast for approximately 13-15 minutes per pound until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste occasionally for extra moisture.
- Let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg