LEMON-HERB ROASTED TURKEY
Lemon and thyme are the predominant flavors in this golden, tender and moist turkey that has just six ingredients. It's so easy, we guarantee success! -Felicia Smith, Georgetown, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h45m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the butter, lemon juice, lemon zest and minced thyme. Pat turkey dry. Sprinkle salt and pepper over skin of turkey and inside cavity; brush with butter mixture. Place the lemon, onion, garlic and thyme sprigs inside cavity. Tuck wings under turkey; tie drumsticks together., Place flour in oven bag and shake to coat. Place bag in a roasting pan; add turkey to bag, breast side up. Cut six 1/2-in. slits in top of bag; close bag with tie provided., Bake at 350° for 2-1/4 to 2-3/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 180°. Remove turkey to a serving platter and keep warm. Let stand for 15 minutes before carving. If desired, thicken pan drippings for gravy. Freeze option: Freeze cooled turkey and gravy in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered skillet, gently stirring and adding a little broth or water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 27g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 230mg cholesterol, Sodium 489mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 64g protein.
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Kashi Malik
[email protected]This turkey was so moist and flavorful! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again next year.
Shirley Austin
[email protected]I have made this turkey several times now and it is always a hit. The lemon and herbs give it a really unique and delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!
Romani Cook
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I have ever used. It is so easy to follow and the results are always amazing. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and foolproof turkey recipe.
Terrance Thomas
[email protected]I made this turkey for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success! The meat was so tender and juicy, and the skin was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this recipe again next year.
Faiq Malik
[email protected]This turkey was so moist and flavorful! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again next year.
Rizwan sheikh
[email protected]I have made this turkey several times now and it is always a hit. The lemon and herbs give it a really unique and delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!
Holly Pekatowski
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I have ever used. It is so easy to follow and the results are always amazing. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and foolproof turkey recipe.
Korshed Alum
[email protected]I made this turkey for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success! The meat was so tender and juicy, and the skin was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this recipe again next year.
Gantgs Dahinhslen
[email protected]This turkey was so moist and flavorful! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again next year.
Gabriel lopez
[email protected]I have made this turkey several times now and it is always a hit. The lemon and herbs give it a really unique and delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!
rjRakib Hossan
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I have ever used. It is so easy to follow and the results are always amazing. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and foolproof turkey recipe.
NezGoHARD News
[email protected]I made this turkey for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success! The meat was so tender and juicy, and the skin was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this recipe again next year.
BONGI PRIM NXUMALO
[email protected]This turkey was so moist and flavorful! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again next year.
Nishant sah
[email protected]I have made this turkey several times now and it is always a crowd-pleaser. The lemon and herbs give it a really unique and delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!
Mustansar Khan
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I have ever tried. It is so easy to make and the results are always perfect. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and foolproof turkey recipe.
Mmangapane Maela
[email protected]I made this turkey for Thanksgiving and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The meat was so juicy and tender, and the skin was crispy and golden brown.
Wahedul Islam Rana
[email protected]This turkey was amazing! The lemon and herbs gave it a really flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again.