ROAST TURKEY WITH SAGE AND THYME

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Categories     Whole Turkey

Time 4h30m

Yield 1 14 lb. turkey, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 lb) frozen whole turkey, thawed (can use fresh turkey)
1/4 cup butter, softened and divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup fresh sage leaf
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1 pears or 1 apple, halved
2 celery ribs, halved
1 large onion, halved
2 garlic cloves, peeled
fresh sage leaves or fresh thyme sprig

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

Atiq Daniels
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I've been using this recipe for years and it never disappoints. The turkey is always cooked perfectly and the flavor is amazing.


Dhiraj Rajak
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever had. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Shaul Blau
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to cook a turkey for a special occasion.


SANA Ali
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This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was juicy and tender, and the herbs gave it a wonderful flavor.


James Barnes
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The turkey is always juicy and flavorful, and the sage and thyme give it a delicious herb flavor.


MD Mahin Hasan
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to follow and the results are always amazing.


Ruby and Riley official
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I made this recipe for my family's Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge hit. The turkey was cooked perfectly and the herbs gave it a wonderful flavor.


Ch Hameed Gujjar
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This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Monirhosain Monirhosain
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I've been using this recipe for years and it never disappoints. The turkey is always cooked perfectly and the flavor is amazing.


Chriselyn Mckenzie
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever had. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Decatur Duplessis
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to cook a turkey for a special occasion.


Mike Million
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This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was juicy and tender, and the herbs gave it a wonderful flavor.


Sean Lusnia
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the sage and thyme give it a delicious herb flavor.


Md helal Uddin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out perfectly. My family loved it!


Shandra Smith
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Babu Badsa
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I'm not a huge fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was so juicy and tender, and the herbs really complemented the meat.


Kameshwar Das
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This recipe was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the sage and thyme gave it a wonderful aroma. I'll definitely be making this again next year.


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