Roast Turkeys with Rich Pan Gravy

Ingredients

• 1 whole turkey (10-12 lbs)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons onion powder
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Rinse the turkey and pat dry with paper towels.
3. Mix together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, and black pepper in a bowl. Rub the mixture all over the turkey, inside and out.
4. Place turkey in a roasting pan and cover with foil. Roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
5. Remove foil and roast for an additional 45 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
6. Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before carving.
7. Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in chicken broth and cornstarch and bring to a boil. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until thickened.
8. Strain gravy into a bowl and season with salt to taste.
9. Serve turkey with gravy.

Interesting Facts

• The ideal turkey size for roasting is 10-12 pounds.
• It’s important to let the turkey rest before carving so that the juices can be reabsorbed.
• Gravy can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.