HERB-GLAZED TURKEY

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Honey and corn syrup blend with savory herbs and seasonings to give this turkey a slightly sweet flavor. My tried-and-true recipe never fails to win me compliments. -Charlene Melenka, Vegreville, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 3h40m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided
1 cup honey
1 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

Brush turkey with oil; tie the drumsticks together. Place turkey breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Combine the thyme, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper; sprinkle evenly over turkey. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2 hours., In a small bowl, combine honey, corn syrup, butter, rosemary, sage, basil, and the remaining salt and pepper. Brush over turkey. Bake until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°, about 90 minutes longer, basting frequently with pan drippings. Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly., Remove from oven. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570 calories, Fat 25g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 197mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 56g protein.