Herb Butter Roasted Turkey

Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Pat the turkey completely dry and let it sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes.
2. 2
   In a bowl, mix together softened butter, chopped parsley, rosemary, sage, thyme, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
3. 3
   Gently loosen the turkey skin over the breast and legs. Spread two-thirds of the herb butter mixture under the skin, and rub the rest all over the outside.
4. 4
   Stuff the cavity with lemon halves and onion quarters. Arrange carrots and celery in the bottom of your roasting pan and set the turkey on top.
5. 5
   Tie the legs together, drizzle with olive oil, and season with remaining salt and pepper. Add chicken broth to the pan.
6. 6
   Roast the turkey, uncovered, for 2.5 to 3 hours. Baste with pan juices every 45 minutes. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
7. 7
   Check the temperature in the thickest part of the thigh (should be 165°F/74°C). Let rest under foil 20-30 minutes before carving.