Bobby Flay Roast Turkey Recipe
If you want a juicy and flavorful holiday meal, this Bobby Flay Roast Turkey Recipe is perfect for you. It is tender, golden and full of rich flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 whole turkey 10–12 pounds
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon halved
- 1 onion quartered
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Prepare a roasting pan with a rack if available.
Prepare Turkey
- Remove giblets from turkey. Pat turkey dry with paper towels for crispy skin.
Season Butter
- Mix butter, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, sage, salt and pepper in a bowl.
Apply Butter Mixture
- Rub butter mixture all over turkey, including under the skin for extra flavor.
Stuff Turkey
- Place lemon halves and onion inside the cavity to add moisture and aroma.
Place in Pan
- Put turkey breast-side up on rack in roasting pan. Tie legs if needed.
Roast Turkey
- Roast for about 2 to 2.5 hours. Baste every 30 minutes for a golden finish.
Check Doneness
- Use thermometer. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) in thickest part.
Rest Before Carving
- Remove turkey and let rest 15–20 minutes. This keeps juices inside the meat.
Slice and Serve
- Carve turkey and serve with your favorite sides and gravy.
Notes
- Use a brine for extra juicy meat
- Add carrots and celery to roasting pan
- Cover with foil if browning too fast
- Use compound butter for extra flavor
- Add orange or apple for sweetness
- Save drippings for homemade gravy
- Use fresh herbs for best aroma