Christmas Turkey

Preparation

• 1
  Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C or 356 degrees F.
• 2
  Melt the butter on a low heat in a sauce pan.
• 3
  Then add the lemon juice and zest along with one teaspoon of thyme.
• 4
  Once the butter has melted remove it from the heat source and set aside.
• 5
  Remove the giblets from the turkey and wash the turkey thoroughly.
• 6
  Remove any access fat and pat the turkey dry.
• 7
  Trim the wing tips.
• 8
  Place the turkey in a large roasting pan and liberally season the cavity.
• 9
  Stuff the turkey with the onion, garlic, lemon and thyme.
• 10
  Brush the exterior of the turkey with the butter mixture and season well.
• 11
  Tie the legs of the turkey together with kitchen string.
• 12
  Roast the turkey for 2 1/2 hours - basting it occasionally with the juices.
• 13
  The turkey is done when the juices (from the turkey) run clear.
• 14
  Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 15 minutes before carving.