2-Hour Turkey, Really

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 3

10 min

150 min

160 min

Very easy

	1 thawed whole turkey
	2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
	1 -3 teaspoon coarsely ground salt ( kosher or sea )
	fresh ground pepper

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

204

Sugar

Fat

1.	Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2.	Remove the giblets and neck from the turkey cavity.
3.	Rinse the turkey inside and out and pat dry with paper towels.
4.	Rub the turkey all over with the olive oil.
5.	Sprinkle the coarsely ground salt and pepper all over the turkey.
6.	Roast the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan for 30 minutes.
7.	Lower the oven temperature to 350°F.
8.	Roast the turkey for 1 1/2 to 2 more hours, until the juices run clear and the thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast and thigh registers 165°F.
9.	Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.

This turkey recipe is quick, easy, and produces a juicy and flavorful bird perfect for any occasion.

The skin may not be as crispy as some would like, but the flavor is still exceptional.

Turkey is a lean protein and a great source of iron, zinc, and other essential nutrients.
It is also low in calories and fat.