Oven Roasted Turkey with Sage Butter Recipe

Name: Oven Roasted Turkey with Sage Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 to 14) pound fresh turkey; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Caramelized Onion and Cornbread Stuffing, recipe follows; Extra-virgin olive oil; Sage Butter, recipe follows; 2 sticks butter, softened; 1/4 cup chopped sage; Salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 onions, chopped; 6 large cornmeal muffins, cubed; Handful fresh sage leaves, chopped; 1 egg; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup chicken stock; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 (12 to 14) pound fresh turkey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Caramelized Onion and Cornbread Stuffing, recipe follows
Extra-virgin olive oil
Sage Butter, recipe follows
2 sticks butter, softened
1/4 cup chopped sage
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 onions, chopped
6 large cornmeal muffins, cubed
Handful fresh sage leaves, chopped
1 egg
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chicken stock
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and remove the top rack of the oven.
2
Rinse the bird thoroughly inside and out with cold water, and pat dry with paper towels.
3
Sprinkle the cavity and skin liberally with salt and pepper.
4
Stuff the cavity with stuffing and, if required, truss the legs.
5
Cover the turkey with olive oil and season well with salt and pepper.
6
Push the sage butter under the skin of the turkey, being careful not to puncture the skin.
7
Put the turkey on a rack in a large roasting pan, and into the oven.
8
Continue cooking until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the meaty part of the thigh registers 170 degrees F. The thigh juices will run clear when pricked with a knife, about 3 hours total (15 minutes per pound).
9
If the legs or breast brown too quickly during roasting, cover them with foil.
10
Combine all ingredients.
11
Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
12
Add the onions and cook, stirring, for about 10 minutes, or until soft and caramelized.
13
Add sage and scrape into a large mixing bowl.
14
Add the cornbread pieces, season well with salt and pepper, and give it a good toss until it's well combined.
15
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, cream, and stock, and pour that over the cornbread.
16
Stir the stuffing together and stuff the cavity of the turkey.
17
You could also spoon it into a buttered baking dish and put it in the oven along with the turkey.
18
Bake until hot and crusty on top, about 30 minutes.
19
Ease of preparation: easy

763

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* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (12 to 14) pound fresh turkey, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, Caramelized Onion and Cornbread Stuffing, recipe follows, Extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Oven Roasted Turkey with Sage Butter 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.

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Oven Roasted Turkey with Sage Butter

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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