Description
A delicious turkey recipe glazed with a sweet peach and aromatic thyme mixture, perfect for festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds)
- 1 cup peach preserves
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mix peach preserves, thyme, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth into the bottom of the pan.
- Roast the turkey for about 3 to 4 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
- Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, marinate the turkey overnight with the glaze.
- Serve with seasonal vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftover turkey can be used in sandwiches or salads.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 4 oz)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Peach and Thyme Glazed Turkey, Thanksgiving Turkey, Roasted Turkey Recipe