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Savory Herb-Roasted Turkey

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
180 min
TOTAL TIME
225 min
SERVINGS
16 servings
Dinner
Savory Herb-Roasted Turkey
Ingredients
  • 1 (12 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed
  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon ground sage
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1
Collect all the necessary components for cooking.
2
First, preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius). Next, thoroughly clean the turkey and gently pat it dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Place the cleaned turkey in a suitable roasting pan that has a lid attached.
3
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, dried basil leaves, dried sage leaves, salt, and pepper until well combined. Utilize a basting brush to evenly distribute the herb mixture all over the exterior of the uncooked turkey. Pour 2 cups of water into the bottom of the roasting pan to create a moist environment.
4
Cover the roasting pan and roast the turkey in the preheated oven until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the thigh reaches 180 degrees Fahrenheit (82 degrees Celsius) according to an instant-read thermometer. This process should take approximately 3 to 3 1/2 hours.
5
Once the turkey is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for about 30 minutes before carving.
6
Serve hot and indulge in your delicious meal!