Roast Turkey With Sage And Thyme Recipe

Name: Roast Turkey With Sage And Thyme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 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; Garnish; fresh sage leaves or fresh thyme sprig

Servings: persons

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
Garnish
fresh sage leaves or fresh thyme sprig

1
Remove and discard giblets and neck from turkey. Rinse turkey with cold water, and pat dry with paper towels.
2
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.
3
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.
4
Bake at 325F for 2 hours and 45 minutes to 3 hours and 30 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted in thigh reads 180u00b0F 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.

356

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Protein

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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.

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 (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, and more.

Yes, Roast Turkey With Sage And Thyme 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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Roast Turkey With Sage And Thyme

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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