12 lb turkey *
1 medium onion
1 tsp dry thyme
1 tsp dry rosemary
1 tsp dry sage
1 salt and pepper
Directions
* 8-14 pound
Remove giblets and neck from turkey; set aside. Rinse and drain
turkey. Pat dry. Use a covered roasting pan that just fits the bird.
Cut onion in half and place inside turkey. Blend herbs and make a
paste with a little fat. Spread on outside of turkey and press into
skin. Tie legs together. Pour 1/2 inch water into pan and cover with
lid. Place pan in a 350 degree oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or til meat
thermometer registers 185. Uncover for last 10 minutes to brown if
desired. Remove from oven and let sit for 15 minutes before carving.
Drain liquid into a pot and return turkey to a warm oven til ready to
carve(after standing 15 minutes).
Servings: 8 servings
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Categories: Poultry
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