GARLIC AND HERB ROASTED TURKEY

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Our recipe specialists use an easy herb rub to turn out a tender, tasty turkey with beautiful golden skin. Lemon adds a pleasant flavor to the gravy. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h30m

Yield 14 servings (2 cups gravy).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon each minced fresh rosemary, tarragon and thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon each lemon-pepper seasoning, cayenne pepper, chili powder and paprika
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges
1 medium orange, cut into wedges
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Pat turkey dry. Combine the seasonings and garlic; rub over the outside and inside of turkey. Place lemon and orange wedges in cavity. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan., Bake at 325° for 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until a thermometer reads 180°, basting occasionally with pan drippings. Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly. Remove turkey to a serving platter; Cover and let stand for 20 minutes before carving., Pour pan drippings and loosened brown bits into a measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 2 tablespoons. Add enough water to measure 2 cups. In a small saucepan, combine flour and fat until smooth. Gradually stir in drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with turkey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 calories, Fat 24g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 245mg cholesterol, Sodium 225mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 73g protein.

Zake Yeko
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This recipe is a winner! The turkey was cooked to perfection and the garlic and herb butter gave it an amazing flavor.


Muneer Ali
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I love this recipe! The turkey is always so juicy and flavorful. I've also tried it with different herbs, and it always turns out great.


sunrolchu
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The turkey was cooked evenly and the flavor was good. However, I found the instructions to be a bit confusing. I think it would be helpful to have more detailed instructions for each step.


Ohemaa Kelly
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This turkey was a little too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less garlic and herb butter next time.


Rajib Sharma Sohaib
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This was my first time cooking a turkey, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the turkey was perfect. Thanks for the recipe!


shofikulislam shofik
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This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was so moist and flavorful. I'll be using this recipe for all my future holiday turkeys.


Dildar Hussain
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I'm not a big fan of garlic, but I still enjoyed this turkey. The herbs really balanced out the flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.


Alon
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This turkey was a bit dry. I think I might have overcooked it. But the flavor was still good.


pain 1
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I've made this recipe twice now, and it's always a hit. The garlic and herb butter really infuses the turkey with flavor, and the cooking time is perfect. I highly recommend it!


mark taylor
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This turkey was a showstopper! The skin was crispy, the meat was juicy and flavorful, and the garlic and herbs gave it an incredible aroma. My family raved about it, and I'm definitely making it again for Thanksgiving.