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Easy Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe

Easy Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe

This Easy Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe is perfect for a stress-free holiday meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • roasting pan

Ingredients
  

Turkey

  • 1 whole turkey 12-14 pounds
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 2 cups vegetables carrots, onions, celery

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Prepare the turkey by cleaning and drying it.
  • Rub the softened butter all over the turkey.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place turkey in the roasting pan and add vegetables.
  • Roast in the oven for approximately 3 hours, basting periodically.
  • Let it rest for 20 minutes before carving.

Notes

Serve with your favorite Thanksgiving sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalProtein: 45gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Easy Recipes, Festive Meals, holiday cooking, Roasted Turkey, thanksgiving, Turkey
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