Classic Oven Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey
Who doesn’t love a perfectly cooked Thanksgiving turkey? If you are looking for the perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving dinner, they look no further. This classic oven-roasted turkey recipe is a hit everytime.
To get the most out of this recipe, be sure to check out our how-to article on brining a turkey!
Ingredients:
- 1 – 14 -16lb Brined All Natural Turkey
- 1 Bunch Carrots Chopped 2-inch pieces
- 2 Bunch Celery Chopped 2-inch pieces
- 1 Large Yellow Onion Cut into Wedges
- 2 Heads Garlic Cut Horizontally
- 1 Bunch Fresh Thyme
- 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Kosher Salt and Pepper
Equipment:
- Large Heavy Duty Roasting Pan and Roasting Rack Or Large Aluminum Roasting Pan
- Aluminum Foil
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven to 325 degrees, allow Turkey to sit at room temperature for 1 hour before cooking
- Place Turkey Breast Side Up in Heavy Duty Roasting Pan with Roasting Rack or Large Aluminum Roasting Pan and remove any Giblets or Neck Bone from inside Turkey Cavity
- Coat Every Surface of the Turkey with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Season all Surfaces Generously with Kosher Salt and Ground Black Pepper
- Stuff Turkey loosely with Onions, Carrots, Celery, Garlic and Thyme, arrange remaining vegetables in the Roasting Pan Surrounding the Turkey
- Place Roasting Pan in the center of your oven and Cook for Approximately 15 minutes per pound Basting every 30 minutes with Pan Juices
- If the top of the Turkey becomes too dark during the cooking process lightly cover with Aluminum Foil, 165 degrees is the desired internal temperature
- Allow Turkey to rest for at least 15 minutes before serving, reserve any pan liquids for Gravy Preparation
