Garlic Rosemary Turkey Recipe
This whole turkey recipe is flavored with garlic, lemon, dried rosemary, and sage, then roasted gently in the oven. The ingredient list stays simple, and the method is straightforward: rub the bird with the herbed garlic mixture, roast until golden, and let it rest before carving for juicier slices.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Method
Preheat and prep the turkey
Preheat the oven to 170°C / 340°F. Pat the turkey dry with paper towels so the skin browns more evenly.
Mix the herb-garlic rub
In a small bowl, combine garlic, lemon juice and zest, dried rosemary, and sage. If you like, season with a little salt and black pepper.
Season the bird
Rub the mixture all over the turkey, focusing on the breast and legs. If you have time, let it sit for 20–30 minutes before roasting.
Add the lemon slices
Slice the remaining lemon and place slices inside the cavity or around the turkey in the roasting pan for a light citrus aroma.
Roast
Roast for about 3 to 3.5 hours, until the skin is nicely browned and the turkey is cooked through. If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
Rest and carve
Let the turkey rest for 15–20 minutes before carving. This helps the juices settle so slices stay moist.