Slow-Roasted Turkey with Herb Salt Recipe

Name: Slow-Roasted Turkey with Herb Salt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 tablespoon freshly ground pepper; 1/2 tablespoon dried thyme; 1/2 tablespoon dried savory; 1 teaspoon dried sage; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram; 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; One 14-pound organic turkey, rinsed and patted dry; 1 onion, quartered; 1 celery rib, cut into 2-inch pieces; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 stick unsalted butter, melted and cooled

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 tablespoon dried thyme
1/2 tablespoon dried savory
1 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
One 14-pound organic turkey, rinsed and patted dry
1 onion, quartered
1 celery rib, cut into 2-inch pieces
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 stick unsalted butter, melted and cooled

1
Set a rack over a rimmed baking sheet.
2
In a small bowl, mix the salt and pepper with all of the dried herbs and the lemon zest.
3
Rub the herb salt all over the turkey cavity.
4
Transfer the turkey to the baking sheet and refrigerate uncovered for 2 days.
5
Transfer the turkey to a clean rack set over a clean baking sheet; let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
6
Preheat the oven to 400.
7
Stuff the turkey with the onion, celery and garlic.
8
Tuck the wings under the breast and tie the legs together with kitchen twine.
9
Brush the turkey all over with the butter.
10
Put it in the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 275.
11
Roast the turkey for about 3 hours and 15 minutes, basting occasionally, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the inner thigh registers 165.
12
Cover the turkey with foil and let rest for 1 hour.
13
Carve and serve.

370

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons kosher salt, 1 tablespoon freshly ground pepper, 1/2 tablespoon dried thyme, 1/2 tablespoon dried savory, and more.

Yes, Slow-Roasted Turkey with Herb Salt 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.

Slow-Roasted Turkey with Herb Salt

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