Description
A time-saving, high-temperature roasted turkey recipe that delivers juicy meat, crispy skin, and a rich, flavorful gravy—ideal for holiday feasts or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (10 to 12 pounds)
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Unsalted butter or olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- Fresh herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, and sage)
- 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) and position a rack in the lower third of the oven.
- Remove the giblets and pat the turkey dry. Tuck wings under and tie the legs together with kitchen twine.
- Rub the turkey with butter or oil and season generously with salt and pepper, including inside the cavity.
- Place chopped onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and herbs in the bottom of a roasting pan.
- Set a roasting rack or V-rack over the vegetables and place the turkey on the rack, breast side up.
- Roast for 1 hour 30 to 1 hour 45 minutes, or until the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165°F (74°C). Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
- Transfer turkey to a cutting board and let rest for 20–30 minutes before carving.
- Strain the pan drippings and skim off excess fat. In a saucepan, make a roux with butter and flour.
- Whisk in drippings and broth gradually to make a smooth gravy. Simmer until thickened and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Add citrus wedges inside the cavity for aromatic brightness.
- Use dry white wine in the roasting pan for added depth of flavor.
- Brush the turkey with herb-infused butter before roasting for extra aroma.
- A touch of Dijon mustard in the gravy adds a subtle tang.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of turkey with gravy
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 145mg