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Easy Paleo Roasted Turkey

Easy Paleo Roasted Turkey
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Simple and delicious roasted turkey recipe perfect for a Paleo diet. This recipe yields a tender and flavorful turkey with crispy skin, ideal for holidays or a special meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (12-14 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 cups chicken broth or water

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Rub the herb mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin if desired.
  5. Place the lemon halves and onion quarters in the turkey cavity.
  6. Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a large roasting pan.
  7. Pour chicken broth or water into the bottom of the roasting pan.
  8. Roast for 2.5 to 3.5 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh (without touching bone) reads 165°F (74°C).
  9. Baste the turkey every 30-45 minutes with the pan juices.
  10. If the skin starts to brown too quickly, loosely tent the turkey with aluminum foil.
  11. Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20-30 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender turkey.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skin, increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) for the last 15-20 minutes of roasting.
  • You can add other herbs like sage or parsley to the rub for additional flavor.
  • The resting period is crucial for a juicy turkey, do not skip this step.

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