Holiday Turkey Recipe

Name: Holiday Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 lb) whole turkey; kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 bunch fresh thyme; 1 lemon, halved; 3 Spanish onions; 1 head garlic, halved crosswise; 4 tablespoons melted butter; 14-½ cup olive oil; 8 carrots, peeled and cut in 2-inch chunks; 10 red new potatoes, quartered; 3 fennel bulbs, fronds removed, and cut in wedges through the core

Servings: persons

1 (12 lb) whole turkey
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 bunch fresh thyme
1 lemon, halved
3 Spanish onions
1 head garlic, halved crosswise
4 tablespoons melted butter
14-½ cup olive oil
8 carrots, peeled and cut in 2-inch chunks
10 red new potatoes, quartered
3 fennel bulbs, fronds removed, and cut in wedges through the core

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Take the giblets out of the turkey and wash the turkey inside and out.
3
Remove any excess fat and leftover pinfeathers and pat the outside dry.
4
Place the turkey in a large roasting pan & liberally salt and pepper the inside of the turkey cavity.
5
Stuff the cavity with the thyme, lemon, 1 onion, quartered, and the garlic.
6
Brush the outside of the turkey with the butter and sprinkle again with salt and pepper.
7
Tie the legs together with string and tuck the wing tips under the body of the turkey.
8
Peel and slice the remaining onions, toss them with olive oil, and scatter them around the turkey.
9
Roast the turkey for 1 hour.
10
Toss the carrots, potatoes, and fennel with the olive oil and add to the roasting pan.
11
Return the pan to the oven and continue to roast for about 1 1/2 hours more, or until the juices run clear when you cut between the leg and the thigh.
12
Remove the turkey to a cutting board and cover with foil for 20 minutes.
13
Stir the vegetables and return the pan to the oven.
14
Continue to cook the vegetables while the turkey rests.
15
Slice the turkey and serve on a platter with the roasted vegetables.

3877

kcal

Calories

364

Fat

144

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (12 lb) whole turkey, kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, 1 bunch fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Holiday 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Holiday Turkey

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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