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Herb Roasted Turkey Carving Station Recipe

Time3h
Serves10

Make Herb Roasted Turkey Carving Station Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Turkey

Method

Preparing the Turkey

1

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

2

Prepare the Turkey

Remove the turkey from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking.

3

Season the Turkey

In a bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, sage, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Rub this mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin for maximum flavor.

4

Stuff the Turkey

Stuff the cavity of the turkey with the quartered onion to add flavor.

5

Roast the Turkey

Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a large roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 13-15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) in the thickest part of the breast. Baste the turkey every 30 minutes with the pan drippings.

6

Rest the Turkey

Once done, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes before carving.

Making the Gravy

7

Collect the Drippings

After the turkey has rested, pour the drippings from the roasting pan into a measuring cup. Skim off excess fat if necessary.

8

Make a Roux

In a saucepan over medium heat, add the all-purpose flour and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly until lightly browned.

9

Add Broth and Drippings

Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and turkey drippings into the roux. Continue to whisk until smooth.

10

Simmer the Gravy

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 5-10 minutes until thickened. Season with salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme to taste.

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