Make and share this Roast Turkey With Sage and Thyme recipe from Food.com.
Provided by KittyKitty
Categories Whole Turkey
Time 4h30m
Yield 1 14 lb. turkey, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Remove and discard giblets and neck from turkey. Rinse turkey with cold water, and pat dry with paper towels.
- Loosen skin from turkey breast without totally detaching skin( sort of make a pocket). Stir together 2 tablespoons, butter, salt and pepper. Rub butter mixture evenly over turkey breast under skin. Carefully place sage leaves and thyme sprigs evenly on each side of breat under skin. Replace skin.
- Place pear halves, celery, onion, and garlic inside cavity. Place turkey breast side up, on a lightly greased wire rack in an aluminum foil lined shallow roasting pan. Rub entire turkey evenly with remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
- Bake at 325F for 2 hours and 45 minutes to 3 hours and 30 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted in thigh reads 180°F Basting turkey every 30 minutes with pan drippings. (Prevent overcooking by checking for doneness after 2 hours)Remove turkey from roasting pan, and let sand 20 minutes before slicing. Garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.8, Fat 35, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 273.6, Sodium 388.6, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 79.4
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Manda Riedinger
[email protected]This is my go-to roast turkey recipe. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.
Ch Kashif Vcmp
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it never disappoints. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the gravy is to die for.
Faruk Bhai
[email protected]I would give this recipe a 4 out of 5 stars. The turkey was a bit dry, but the gravy was delicious.
nasif zzaman
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the end result was worth it. The turkey was delicious and the gravy was amazing.
Juanita Mallery
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
His names Is Anonymous
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The turkey was cooked to perfection and the sage and thyme added a wonderful flavor.
Bipana Sunar
[email protected]I made this recipe for Thanksgiving dinner and it was a hit! The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the gravy was perfect. Everyone loved it.
Vanessa Duiker
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the gravy was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
evil
[email protected]Delicious! The turkey was moist and juicy, and the gravy was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
given chisha walu
[email protected]Amazing recipe! I've tried many roast turkey recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The turkey was perfectly cooked and the sage and thyme added a wonderful flavor.
Zeshaan Ashraf
[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was delicious. Will definitely make this again!
Wahid Gull
[email protected]This roast turkey recipe was absolutely delicious! The sage and thyme gave it such a wonderful flavor. The meat was juicy and tender, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving dinner.