Lemon-Herb Roasted Turkey |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 14 |
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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! Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter, melted |
3 tablespoons lemon juice |
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel |
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme |
1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds) |
2 teaspoons salt |
2 teaspoons pepper |
1 medium lemon, halved |
1 medium onion, quartered |
14 garlic cloves, peeled |
24 fresh thyme sprigs |
1 tablespoon king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 turkey-size oven roasting bag |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the butter, lemon juice, lemon peel 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. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together.
2. Place flour in oven bag and shake to coat. Place the bag in a roasting pan; add turkey, breast side up. Cut six 1/2-in. slits in top of bag; close bag with tie provided.
3. Bake at 350° for 2-1/4 to 2-3/4 hours or until a meat 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. Yield: 14-16 servings.
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