Classic Roasted Turkey

Ingredients

• 1 whole turkey (12–16 lb), thawed
• Kosher salt & black pepper
• 4 tbsp softened butter (or olive oil)
• 1 onion, quartered
• 1 lemon, halved
• Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary)
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock

Instructions

1. Remove giblets; pat turkey very dry with paper towels. Let sit at room temp 45 minutes.
2. Heat oven to 325°F. Set rack in lower third. Place turkey on rack in roasting pan.
3. Season cavity with salt and pepper; stuff with onion, lemon, and herbs. Tuck wings under.
4. Rub skin with butter; season generously with salt and pepper.
5. Roast about 13 minutes per pound, adding stock to pan and basting occasionally.
6. When breast reads 160–165°F and thighs 170–175°F, remove and tent with foil 30 minutes.
7. Reserve drippings for gravy; carve and serve.