Simple Herb-Roasted Turkey

Searching for the perfect seasoning for your turkey? This herb-roasted turkey recipe features an unbeatable combination of garlic, basil, and sage, making it a dish you'll return to every holiday season.

Ingredients for Herb-Roasted Turkey

· Turkey: Use a 12-pound turkey, with the neck and giblets removed. Adjust the seasoning amounts for smaller or larger birds.
· Olive Oil: Helps retain moisture while cooking and gives the seasonings something to adhere to.
· Spices: A flavorful mix of five herbs and spices for a savory, aromatic turkey.

Top Turkey Seasoning

What makes this herb-roasted turkey recipe stand out? It's all about the seasoning! This blend features garlic powder, dried basil, ground sage, salt, and black pepper. Feel free to add extra herbs to suit your preference — many reviewers suggest that rosemary and thyme enhance the flavor beautifully.

How to Prepare Herb-Roasted Turkey

Here's a quick overview of what you can expect when preparing this delicious herb-roasted turkey recipe — follow the full step-by-step guide below for the details:

1. Prepare the herb mixture: In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, basil, sage, salt, and pepper.
2. Season the turkey: Ensure the turkey is clean and dry, then place it in a roasting pan. Use a basting brush to coat the turkey with the prepared herb mixture.
3. Roast the turkey: Add two cups of water to the bottom of the roasting pan. Cover and roast in the preheated oven until the internal temperature reaches 180°F. Let the turkey rest for 30 minutes before carving.

Additional Turkey FAQs

At Dinogo, we pride ourselves on mastering the art of the perfect Thanksgiving meal — that's why we’re dedicated to answering your most pressing turkey-related questions. Check out our top turkey tips, tricks, and expert guides collected over the years:

· How to Brine Your Turkey
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· How Much Turkey Should You Plan per Person?
· How to Truss a Turkey with Ease
· How to Smoke a Turkey
· How to Stuff a Turkey
· How to Carve a Turkey Like a Pro

Browse our complete collection of Thanksgiving Tips and Tricks for even more helpful advice.

Dinogo Community Insights and Praise

"Everyone was raving about the turkey," says Letty. "It was incredibly tender and juicy, and the flavors even reached the meat near the bones. It was absolutely amazing!"

"This is our go-to Thanksgiving turkey," shares Angela Barton. "We add rosemary and make sure to rub the seasoning mixture under the skin and onto the breast for maximum flavor."

"My family loved it," says costdirect. "This simple recipe allows for experimenting with different herb and spice combinations. I now recommend it to anyone cooking a turkey for the first time or anyone looking for a flavorful turkey."

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients List

• 1 (12 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed

• ¾ cup olive oil

• 2 tablespoons garlic powder

• 2 teaspoons dried basil

• 1 teaspoon ground sage

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Collect all the ingredients you’ll need.

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Clean the turkey and pat it dry with paper towels. Place the turkey in a roasting pan with a lid.

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, basil, sage, salt, and pepper. Using a basting brush, coat the entire outside of the turkey with the herb mixture. Pour 2 cups of water into the bottom of the roasting pan.

Cover the pan and roast in the preheated oven until the thickest part of the turkey’s thigh reaches an internal temperature of 180°F (82°C) when checked with an instant-read thermometer, approximately 3 to 3 1/2 hours.

Take the turkey out of the oven and let it rest for about 30 minutes before carving.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

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