Recipe: Lazy Oven Turkey (roasted in a covered roasting pan)

LAZY OVEN TURKEY

1 (8-14 lb) turkey
1 medium onion
1 tsp dried rosemary
1 tsp dried sage
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper (to taste)

Remove giblets and neck from turkey; set aside. Rinse and drain turkey; pat dry. Place in a covered roasting pan that just fits the bird.

Cut onion in half and place inside turkey. Blend herbs and make a paste with a little fat. Spread on outside of turkey and press into skin. Tie legs together. Pour 1/2 inch water into pan and cover with lid.

Place pan in a 350 degree F oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until meat thermometer registers 185 degrees F. Uncover for last 10 minutes to brown if desired. Remove from oven and let sit for 15 minutes before carving. Or, to keep warm before carving, drain liquid into a pot and return turkey to a warm oven until ready to carve (after standing 15 minutes).

Makes 8-10 servings
From: Vicki,La