Description
Thanksgiving is synonymous with gathering around the table to savor delicious food, and what better centerpiece than a succulent Thanksgiving turkey? This mouthwatering bird not only serves as a focal point for your festive feast but also brings families together in celebration. The aroma of a perfectly roasted, tender turkey wafting through the home is an invitation to indulge and rejoice.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons dried parsley
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2 tablespoons ground dried rosemary
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2 tablespoons rubbed dried sage
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2 tablespoons dried thyme leaves
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1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning
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1 tablespoon salt
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1 (15 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed
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1 medium orange, cut into 8 wedges
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1 medium onion, chopped into large pieces
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1 medium carrot, cut into ½-inch slices
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2 stalks celery, cut into ½-inch slices
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1 (750 milliliter) bottle champagne
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1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
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In a bowl, mix together dried parsley, rosemary, sage, thyme, lemon-pepper seasoning, and salt.
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Rub this seasoning mixture all over the turkey, making sure to get it under the skin.
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Stuff the turkey’s cavity with orange wedges, chopped onion, carrot slices, and celery chunks.
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Place the turkey in a roasting pan and pour champagne and chicken broth around it.
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Roast the turkey for about 13 minutes per pound.
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Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
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Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.
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Serve with your favorite sides, like roasted vegetables, stuffing, and cranberry sauce.
Notes
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Brining the turkey overnight will improve moisture retention and flavor.
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You can roast the turkey at a high temperature initially and then reduce the heat for better results.
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Be sure to baste the turkey throughout cooking for added flavor and juiciness.
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Let the turkey rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours (about 13 minutes per pound)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200 per serving (estimate)
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Thanksgiving, turkey, holiday meal, juicy turkey, roast turkey