"Quick & Kosher" - Easy Kosher Roasted Turkey Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile and is healthier.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth can reduce sodium intake.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: store-bought herb blend

Dried herbs are more cost-effective and have a longer shelf life.

whole turkey

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey breast is leaner, while chicken is more affordable.

Wash and prep the turkey, ensuring it's clean.

Stuff the cavity of the turkey with one onion, fresh thyme sprigs, mashed garlic cloves, and one lemon squeezed and placed inside.

Add another lemon to the cavity for extra flavor.

Melt Earth Balance vegetarian buttery sticks in the microwave and mix with olive oil, kosher salt, paprika, and black pepper.

Rub the mixture all over the turkey skin thoroughly.

Scatter additional chopped onion around the turkey in the roasting pan.

Place the turkey on a rack in a deep roasting pan.

Cover the turkey loosely with tin foil before placing it in the oven.

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and roast the turkey for about 12 minutes per pound.

Insert a digital thermometer into the inner thigh of the turkey, aiming for a temperature of 180°F to 185°F.

Let the turkey rest for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

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