The Perfect Roast Turkey Recipe

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The Perfect Roast Turkey Recipe
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  1. Preheat oven to 425°F Remove the giblets from the turkey. Rub oil on the outside of the bird and season well.
  2. Place the butter, lemon and whole herbs in the cavity. Cook the bird breast-side down for 15 minutes, then turn the oven down to 350°F Cook for 3 1/2 hours, turning bird the right side up after 2 hours.
  3. Test the turkey with a skewer in the leg joint. If blood comes out, give it another 20 minutes. If clear juices run out, it's cooked. Remove from the pan, wrap in foil and rest for 20 minutes while you make your gravy.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 181.1 Kcal (758 kJ)
Calories from fat 150.51 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16.72g 26%
Cholesterol 47.53mg 16%
Sodium 43.47mg 2%
Potassium 93.79mg 2%
Total Carbs 0.44g 0%
Sugars 0.15g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.15g 1%
Protein 8.46g 17%
Vitamin C 2.6mg 4%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 0.4mg 2%
Calcium 7.8mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 307.45 Kcal (1287 kJ)
Calories from fat 255.52 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 28.39g 26%
Cholesterol 80.69mg 16%
Sodium 73.8mg 2%
Potassium 159.22mg 2%
Total Carbs 0.75g 0%
Sugars 0.25g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.25g 1%
Protein 14.36g 17%
Vitamin C 4.4mg 4%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 3%
Iron 0.7mg 2%
Calcium 13.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • sugar free

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