Description
This Easy Roast Turkey brings irresistible flavors with apple and herbs. Simple prep and juicy meat make it perfect for holiday feasts!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14 – 16 pound) whole turkey
- ¼ cup olive oil or ½ cup unsalted butter
- 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 oven to 500°F and prepare the turkey by rinsing and drying it thoroughly.
- Rub olive oil or softened butter over the turkey and season with salt and pepper.
- Fill the cavity with apple slices, a cinnamon stick, and fresh herbs, then tie the legs together.
- Roast at 500°F for the first 30 minutes to achieve crispy skin.
- Lower oven temperature to 350°F and roast until turkey reaches 165°F internally, about 2 to 2.5 hours more.
- Let rest for 15-20 minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
Transport your turkey to room temperature for even cooking before roasting.
Consider dry-brining the turkey a day in advance for extra flavor.
Utilize pan drippings for a delicious gravy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 3.5 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
