Description
A delicious Thanksgiving Day turkey recipe featuring brown butter and garlic for a rich, savory flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds)
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns brown and has a nutty aroma.
- Add minced garlic to the brown butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Remove the turkey giblets and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
- Rub the brown butter mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin.
- Season the turkey generously with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with onion, carrots, celery, and herbs.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth around it.
- Roast the turkey in the preheated oven, basting every 30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider brining the turkey a day before cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey is cooked properly.
- Leftover turkey can be used in sandwiches or soups.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 4 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg