Garlic and Rosemary Slow-Roasted Turkey

Gluten Free
Health score
28%
Garlic and Rosemary Slow-Roasted Turkey
45 min.
12
484kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of slow-roasted turkey, where the savory aromas of garlic and rosemary create a tempting feast for the senses! This Garlic and Rosemary Slow-Roasted Turkey is an unbeatable centerpiece for your family gatherings and dinner parties, offering a gluten-free option that everyone can enjoy. Imagine a tender, juicy turkey roasted to golden perfection, infused with the rich flavors of freshly chopped rosemary and aromatic garlic.

Preparing this succulent turkey is not only rewarding but also surprisingly simple. With only 45 minutes of hands-on time, you can elevate your culinary skills and impress your guests with a dish that looks and tastes gourmet. The combination of butter, paprika, and aromatic herbs transforms the turkey into a mouthwatering main course that’s perfect for any meal, be it lunch, dinner, or a festive occasion.

As the turkey slowly roasts in the oven, your kitchen will be filled with delicious scents, drawing everyone in and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. The result is a meal that's bursting with flavor and nutrition—boasting a protein-rich profile while keeping fat content in check. So gather your loved ones around the table, carve into this exquisite turkey, and savor the joy of sharing a homemade culinary masterpiece. Let's dive into this recipe that promises to become a staple in your holiday celebrations and everyday dinners alike!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons butter softened
  • tablespoon rosemary fresh chopped
  • sprigs rosemary fresh
  •  garlic cloves divided
  • tablespoon paprika 
  • 1.5 teaspoons pepper 
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  • 12 pound turkey fresh thawed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • kitchen twine

Directions

  1. Remove and discard giblets and neck from turkey. Trim excess fat. Starting at neck cavity, loosen skin from breast and drumsticks by inserting fingers, gently pushing between skin and meat. Mince 3 garlic cloves; combine minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a small bowl. Rub butter mixture under loosened skin and rub over breast and drumsticks. Lift wing tips up and over back; tuck under turkey.
  2. Place remaining 6 garlic cloves and rosemary sprigs in body cavity. Tie legs together with kitchen string.
  3. Let turkey stand 1 hour at room temperature.
  4. Preheat oven to 50
  5. Place turkey, breast side up, on the rack of a roasting pan coated with cooking spray.
  6. Place rack in pan.
  7. Bake at 500 for 30 minutes. Reduce heat to 250; bake for 2 hours or until a thermometer inserted into meaty part of thigh registers 16
  8. Remove from oven; cover loosely with foil.
  9. Let stand 20 minutes. Discard skin.

Nutrition Facts

Calories484kcal
Protein59.09%
Fat39.85%
Carbs1.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.58
Glycemic Load
0.26
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
28.1039132735%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:483.87kcal
24.19%
Fat:20.97g
32.27%
Saturated Fat:6.44g
40.26%
Carbohydrates:1.26g
0.42%
Net Carbohydrates:0.92g
0.33%
Sugar:0.28g
0.31%
Cholesterol:239.04mg
79.68%
Sodium:673.69mg
29.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:69.98g
139.96%
Vitamin B3:24.66mg
123.28%
Selenium:69µg
98.57%
Vitamin B6:1.97mg
98.55%
Vitamin B12:3.93µg
65.58%
Phosphorus:595.95mg
59.59%
Zinc:5.79mg
38.62%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
35.72%
Vitamin B5:2.65mg
26.49%
Potassium:749.18mg
21.41%
Magnesium:82.79mg
20.7%
Iron:2.97mg
16.51%
Copper:0.26mg
13.15%
Vitamin A:558.14IU
11.16%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.77%
Vitamin D:0.97µg
6.44%
Manganese:0.12mg
6%
Folate:23.25µg
5.81%
Calcium:43.53mg
4.35%
Vitamin E:0.54mg
3.61%
Fiber:0.34g
1.36%
Vitamin K:1.15µg
1.09%
Source:My Recipes