My Lazy Oven Turkey

Submitted by HELEN PEAGRAM

"This isn't exotic per se, but is always juicy and delicious."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 25mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 1 whole turkey (8-14 lbs)
• 1 medium onion
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon rosemary
• 1 teaspoon sage
• salt & pepper

directions

1. Remove giblets and neck from turkey; set aside. Rinse and drain turkey. Pat dry.
2. Use a covered roasting pan that just fits the bird.
3. Cut onion in half and place inside turkey.
4. Blend herbs and make a paste with a little fat. Spread on outside of turkey and press into skin.
5. Tie legs together.
6. Pour 1/2 inch water into pan and cover with lid.
7. Place pan in a 350 degree oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until meat thermometer registers 185.
8. Uncover for last 10 minutes to brown if desired.
9. Remove from oven and let sit for 15 minutes before carving.
10. Drain liquid into a pot and return turkey to a warm oven until ready to carve(after standing 15 minutes).