Lemon-Herb Roasted Turkey Recipe

Lemon and thyme are the predominant flavors in this golden, tender and moist turkey that has just six ingredients. It's so easy, we guarantee success! Felicia Smith - Georgetown, Texas

1/2 cup butter, melted

3 tablespoons lemon juice

2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)

2 teaspoons salt

2 teaspoons pepper

1 medium lemon, halved

1 medium onion, quartered

14 garlic cloves, peeled

24 fresh thyme sprigs

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

1 turkey-size oven roasting bag

In a small bowl, combine the butter, lemon juice, lemon peel and minced thyme. Pat turkey dry. Sprinkle salt and pepper over skin of turkey and inside cavity; brush with butter mixture. Place the lemon, onion, garlic and thyme sprigs inside cavity. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together.

Place flour in oven bag and shake to coat. Place the bag in a roasting pan; add turkey, breast side up. Cut six 1/2-in. slits in top of bag; close bag with tie provided.

Bake at 350° for 2-1/4 to 2-3/4 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 180°. Remove turkey to a serving platter and keep warm. Let stand for 15 minutes before carving. If desired, thicken pan drippings for gravy. Yield: 14-16 servings.

14-16 Servings

Prep: 30 min.

Bake: 2-1/4 hours + standing