– This Italian roast turkey is simple yet very flavorful, thanks to a salty lemon herb butter that gets rubbed under the skin.
– It has Tuscany-style seasonings (such as rosemary and sage) for an Italian flair.
– No messy brine required!
– Roasting in a high-temperature oven results in perfectly cooked and juicy turkey meat.
Roasted Italian turkey is a mouth-watering twist on the traditional Thanksgiving bird. Bursting with flavors of fragrant Italian herbs and garlic, this turkey recipe is seasoned with salty butter, lemon zest, sage and rosemary. I
In a bowl, combine softened butter, minced sage, rosemary, salt, pepper and lemon zest.
Separate the turkey skin on the breast and legs and carefully slide the butter mixture underneath.
Rub olive oil all over the outside and sprinkle with salt, pepper, sage and rosemary. Tuck the wings under and tie the legs with twine to keep everything in place.
Cover the turkey loosely with foil and bake at 400°F for an hour. Then, uncover and reduce the heat to 350°F. Baste the turkey with pan juices during cooking (although it's not necessary).