Herb Butter Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey

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Ingredients

• 1 turkey (1 pound per person)
• 1 onion
• 1 lemon
• Fresh aromatic herbs (rosemary, sage, thyme)
• 3/4 cup softened butter
• 1 tbsp chopped rosemary
• 1 tbsp chopped thyme
• 6-7 garlic cloves
• Salt and pepper
• 1 onion, 3 carrots, 3 celery ribs (for roasting pan)

Instructions

1. Thaw the turkey in the fridge 2-4 days before Thanksgiving.
2. Preheat oven to 325°F.
3. Season the inside of the turkey with salt and pepper, stuff with onion, lemon, and herbs.
4. Mix chopped rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, butter, salt, and pepper for herb butter.
5. Loosen turkey skin and rub 1/3 of herb butter underneath, then rub the rest on the outside.
6. Place turkey on chopped vegetables in a roasting pan.
7. Roast turkey for about 15 minutes per pound until internal temperature reaches 158-160°F.
8. Let the turkey rest for at least 30 minutes before carving.
9. Carve the turkey by separating legs, thighs, breasts, and wings.
10. Arrange the carved turkey on a platter with garnishes like lemon slices and herbs.

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