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Holiday Turkey Platter Recipe

American · Main course · 210 min total

A show-stopping roasted turkey with herb butter, golden skin, and rich gravy, perfect for festive gatherings.

Ingredients

• 1 whole turkey (12-14 lbs), thawed
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lemon, halved
• 1 onion, quartered
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• Fresh herbs and fruit for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove turkey neck and giblets; pat turkey dry with paper towels.
2. In a bowl, mix butter, rosemary, thyme, sage, garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub mixture under skin and over turkey.
3. Stuff cavity with lemon and onion. Tie legs with kitchen twine; tuck wing tips under.
4. Place turkey on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour 1 cup broth into pan. Roast for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, basting every 30 minutes, until internal temp reaches 165°F in thigh.
5. Transfer turkey to a platter; tent with foil. Let rest 20 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, make gravy: Skim fat from pan drippings. Place pan over medium heat; whisk in flour and cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in remaining 3 cups broth; simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Garnish platter with fresh herbs and fruit. Serve turkey with gravy.

Tips

• For crispier skin, increase oven to 425°F for last 15 minutes.
• Make ahead: Prepare herb butter up to 2 days in advance.
• Leftover turkey can be stored in fridge for up to 4 days.

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