Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🍗 Whole turkey | 🌱 Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley) |
🧄 Garlic | 🧅 Onion |
🫒 Olive oil | 🧂 Salt |
⚫ Pepper | 🧈 Herb butter (55 g softened) |
🌿 Chopped fresh parsley (30 ml) | 🌾 Chives (15 ml) |
🥕 Carrots | 🍄 Mushrooms (optional) |
🍶 Liquid fresh cream | 🧀 Soft cheese with garlic and herbs (like Boursin) |
Utensils
🍽️ Baking dish | 🔪 Chef’s knife |
🥄 Wooden spoon | 🧂 Salt and pepper shakers |
📏 Cooking thermometer | 🥘 Cooking rack |
🧴 Olive oil | 🍳 Frying pan |
Step-by-step Preparation
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting time: 10 minutes
Total cooking time: 2 hours
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 180°C for optimal cooking of the turkey with herbs.
STEP 2: Season the whole turkey with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil over its entire surface.
STEP 3: Chop the fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, and parsley, then distribute them over the turkey.
STEP 4: Place garlic cloves and chopped onions around the turkey in the baking dish.
STEP 5: Put the turkey in the oven and let it cook for about 1 hour 30, basting with oil as needed.
STEP 6: At the end of cooking, take the turkey out of the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before carving.
The herb-roasted turkey is a dish that pairs wonderfully with seasonal vegetables. This recipe combines fresh and aromatic flavors by using herbs like thyme, rosemary, and parsley. By incorporating assorted vegetables, such as carrots, potatoes, or zucchini, you add a friendly touch to your meal.
The cooking process, which favors roasting, results in tender and juicy meat. Moreover, the preparation is simple and accessible, ideal for sharing a memorable meal with your loved ones. Feel free to experiment with personal flavors to make this dish a true reflection of your cooking.