Citrus and Herb Roasted Turkey
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Servings: 12
- Course: Main Dish
This Citrus and Herb Roasted Turkey is as traditional as it gets and absolutely packed with delicious flavor.
Reynolds Kitchens® Tips
Reynolds Kitchens Tip
Bake in a Non-Stick Reynolds® Bakeware Roaster Pan for easy clean up!
Ingredients
- 1 pound unsalted softened butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh sage
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- 4 finely minced garlic cloves
- zest of 2 each lemons and oranges
- 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground pepper
- 12-14 pound thawed turkey
- 1 each sliced lemon and orange
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325°.
Step 2
Whisk together the butter, thyme, sage, chives, garlic, lemon zest, orange zest, 1/2 tablespoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper, and set aside.
Step 3
Place the turkey in a Reynolds® Bakeware Roaster Pan. Season the outside and inside cavity with 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of ground pepper.
Step 4
Stuff the inside turkey cavity with sliced lemons and oranges and tie the legs together with butcher’s twine.
Step 5
Coat the turkey on all sides with the citrus-herb butter.
Step 6
Bake in the oven for 3 ½ to 4 hours basting every 30 minutes.
Step 7
Remove the turkey from the oven and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
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