American
Classic Herb-Butter Roast Turkey
A golden, juicy turkey rubbed with herb butter under and over the skin.
Prep
30 min
Cook
3 hr 30 min
Total
4 hr
Servings
10
Calories
520
Directions
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- 1Step 1
Pat 12 lb turkey dry; salt 24 h ahead (dry brine).
- 2Step 2
Mash 1 cup butter with herbs, garlic, 2 tbsp zest, pepper.
- 3Step 3
Rub under and over skin. Truss legs.
- 4Step 4
Roast at 325°F ~13 min/lb until thigh reads 165°F.
- 5Step 5
Rest 30 min before carving.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
520
Total fat
28g
Protein
62g
Carbs
2g
Storage
Refrigerate 4 days.
Freezer
Freeze 2 months.
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