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Mom's Roast Turkey
Mom's Roast Turkey
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Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
240 minutes
Total Time:
440 minutes
Achieve a juicy turkey by roasting it breast side down. Learn foolproof tips for defrosting and roasting the perfect Thanksgiving centerpiece.
Ingredients:
  • 1 turkey, approx. 15 pounds (see Recipe Note)
  • Juice of one lemon
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil or softened/melted butter
  • 1/2 yellow onion, peeled and quartered
  • Celery tops
  • 1 to 2 carrots
  • 1 bunch of fresh parsley
  • Several sprigs of fresh rosemary, sage, and/or thyme