Herb Butter for Turkey
This butter blend will give your turkey a beautifully aromatic flavor, help it turn golden brown and crisp, and keep the meat juicy. It's one of the secrets to my famous roasted turkey recipe!
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme finely chopped
- 1½ teaspoons fresh sage finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest from 1 lemon; optional
Instructions
- Mix the softened butter with minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice (if using). Be sure to stir until everything is evenly mixed.
- Gently loosen the turkey skin from the meat and rub a generous amount of the herb butter under the skin and all over the outside of the turkey. This ensures a crispy, golden skin, and infuses the meat with flavor.
- Roast the turkey according to your favorite recipe. I recommend my roasted Thanksgiving turkey recipe!
Notes
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Elena's Tips:
- Make sure the butter is fully softened to blend smoothly with the herbs and spread easily under the skin.
- Gently slide your fingers under the turkey skin to create space for the butter, being careful not to tear it.
- Baste the turkey with the pan drippings during roasting to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Allow the turkey to rest for 20-30 minutes after roasting to let the juices redistribute, making the meat tender and juicy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 196mg | Potassium: 13mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 506IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.2mg
