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Juicy Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe

A juicy, flavorful Thanksgiving turkey infused with herbs, citrus, and champagne, roasted to golden perfection for a festive centerpiece.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Additional Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 548
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 2 tablespoons ground dried rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons rubbed dried sage
  • 2 tablespoons dried thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 15 pound whole turkey, neck and giblets removed
  • 1 medium orange cut into 8 wedges
  • 1 medium onion chopped into large pieces
  • 1 medium carrot cut into ½-inch slices
  • 2 stalks celery cut into ½-inch slices
  • 1 750 milliliter bottle champagne
  • 1 14.5 ounce can chicken broth

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a roasting pan with foil.
  2. Mix parsley, rosemary, sage, thyme, lemon-pepper seasoning, and salt in a small bowl.
  3. Rub the herb mix inside the turkey cavity, then stuff with orange wedges, onion, carrot, and celery.
  4. Tie the legs with kitchen string and tuck the wings under the body.
  5. Place turkey on foil in the roasting pan and pour champagne and chicken broth over it, including some inside the cavity.
  6. Cover the turkey with foil, sealing it without touching the bird.
  7. Roast for 2½ to 3 hours, then uncover and bake for another 30–60 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 180°F (80°C).
  9. Remove from oven, cover with foil, and let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
  10. Slice, serve, and enjoy!