Juicy Roast Turkey

Juicy Roast Turkey

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  • Serves 12
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For the Turkey
12 lb turkey, Anything from 11 - 15 lbs will work, but bake time will vary, thawed
Salt & Pepper, for the inside and outside of the bird
For the Flavored Butter
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tbsp olive oil, not extra virgin, plus more to drizzle top
4 tbsp fresh lemon juice, from 1 large lemon, plus 1/2 Tbsp lemon zest
3 large garlic cloves, pressed
¼ cup freshly chopped parsley
½ tbsp salt, I used sea salt
½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
For the Stuffing
1 large onion, peeled and quartered
4 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
½ bunch parsley
1 lemon, quartered