Chef John's Roast Turkey and Gravy
Ingredients
- whole turkey (1 piece)
- salt (1 tablespoon)
- black pepper (1 tablespoon)
- butter (1 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Spread softened butter under the skin of the turkey, season the outside with salt and pepper.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan breast side up, and cover loosely with foil.
- Roast until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), about 15 minutes per pound.
- Let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before carving.
Nutrition
(*Nutrition data is approximate and may vary depending on the brand and type of ingredients used.)
- kcal: 350
- fat: 20 g
- sats: 8 g
- carbs: 1 g
- fibre: 0 g
- protein: 40 g
- salt: 2 g