Description
This Easy Roast Turkey recipe brings irresistible flavor with simple preparation. Featuring juicy turkey, fresh herbs, and a golden-brown finish, it’s perfect for any holiday feast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14 – 16 pound) whole turkey
- ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil or ½ cup (1 stick / 115 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 apple, sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary and/or thyme
- 6 leaves fresh sage
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 500°F and prepare the turkey by removing the neck and giblets, rinsing, and patting dry.
- Rub the turkey with olive oil or butter, and season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Stuff the turkey cavity with apple slices, a cinnamon stick, and fresh herbs.
- Roast the turkey at 500°F for 30 minutes to achieve crispy skin.
- Reduce the temperature to 350°F and continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (about 2 to 2½ hours).
- Allow the turkey to rest for 15-20 minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
Adjust salt to taste; always add less initially if unsure.
Let the turkey sit at room temperature before roasting for even cooking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
