Herbed Turkey Recipe

Name: Herbed Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds); 3 tablespoons kosher salt; 3 tablespoons dried marjoram; 3 tablespoons dried thyme; 3 tablespoons dried juniper berries, optional; 1 tablespoon whole peppercorns, crushed; 2 teaspoons aniseed; 12 fresh rosemary sprigs; 12 garlic cloves, peeled; 1/2 cup butter, softened, divided

Servings: persons

1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)
3 tablespoons kosher salt
3 tablespoons dried marjoram
3 tablespoons dried thyme
3 tablespoons dried juniper berries, optional
1 tablespoon whole peppercorns, crushed
2 teaspoons aniseed
12 fresh rosemary sprigs
12 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 cup butter, softened, divided

1
Pat turkey dry. Place the salt, marjoram, thyme, juniper berries if desired, peppercorns and aniseed in a small food processor; cover and process until blended. Sprinkle half of salt mixture over inside of cavity. Place rosemary and garlic inside cavity.
2
With fingers, carefully loosen skin from the turkey breast; rub half of the butter under the skin. Sprinkle skin with remaining salt mixture. Melt remaining butter; drizzle over turkey. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan.
3
Bake at 325u00b0 for 2-3/4 to 3-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 180u00b0, basting occasionally with pan drippings. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.) Cover and let stand for 20 minutes before carving.

1103

kcal

Calories

Fat

165

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds), 3 tablespoons kosher salt, 3 tablespoons dried marjoram, 3 tablespoons dried thyme, and more.

Yes, Herbed Turkey falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Herbed Turkey

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