Herb Roasted Turkey with Lani on WCSH's 207

On Wednesday, November 21, Lani Temple, owner of Megunticook Market in Camden, Maine joins Rob Caldwell, host of WCSH's 207 to prepare an Herb Roasted Turkey.

A flavorful and juicy turkey is easy to prepare. Just tuck herbs and butter under the skin to give the turkey meat a savory infusion of rosemary and sage.

Watch Lani prepare the turkey on 207.

Herb Roasted Turkey with Rosemary and Sage

Infuse a turkey with delicious flavor by tucking fresh herbs under the skin. Simply loosen the skin from the meat and slip in rosemary, sage and parsley. As the turkey roasts in the oven, the herbs will give off a fragrant scent and flavor.

Herb Roasted Turkey with Rosemary and Sage
10 -12 servings

Herb Butter:
6 fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/2 stick unsalted butter, room temperature

Combine herbs and butter in a small bowl.

Turkey:
1 14-16 pound turkey
12 fresh sage leaves
6 sprigs fresh rosemary
6 sprigs fresh parsley
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

Position rack in bottom third of the oven and preheat to 325 degrees. Remove the turkey neck, heart and gizzard. Rinse the turkey inside and out, pat dry. Sprinkle main turkey cavity with salt and pepper.

Starting at neck cavity, gently loosen skin from breast, thighs and upper drumsticks. Spread herb butter under skin. Fill main cavity with sprigs of rosemary, sage and parsley. Tie legs together loosely to hold shape. Tuck wing tips under turkey.

In a large roasting pan fitted with a rack in bottom, place turkey breast side up on a rack. Rub outside of turkey all over with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast turkey until thickest part of thigh registers 165 to 170 degrees, about 3 hours. Transfer turkey to platter. Tent turkey loosely with foil, let rest 30 minutes (internal temperature will rise 5 to 10 degrees). Reserve pan and juices.

Gravy:
2 tbsp butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups chicken broth

Scrape juices and browned bits from reserved roasting pan into large glass measuring cup. Spoon off fat.

Heat butter in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour and whisk until golden. Add degreased pan juices and 2 cups chicken broth. Bring to boil and whisk until smooth. Reduce heat and simmer until gravy is reduced to desired consistency, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Weekly Specials November 5 - November 10

Monday
BBQ Baked Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Buttered Roll $4.99
Steak & Cheese Sub with melted Horseradish Cheddar Large $6.49/Small $5.49
Housemade Meatball Sub with Mozzarella Cheese Large $5.59/Small $4.59
Italian Sub Large $5.49/Small $4.49 Choice of ham, turkey, roast beef or salami
Hot Roast Beef, Bacon and Cheese in a Wrap $5.59
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Tuesday
Corn Chowder  Bowl $3.99/Cup $2.99
Killer Steak & Cheese Sub with mushrooms, pepperoni and jalapenos Large $6.49/Small $5.49
Macaroni & Cheese with Hot Dogs $4.99
Tuna Melt Sub with Mozzarella Cheese Large $5.59/Small $4.59
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Wednesday
Lasagna with Side Salad and Garlic Bread $4.99
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Barbeque Pulled Pork Sub Large $5.59/Small $4.59
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
Steak & Cheese Sub with Green peppers, Onions and Mushrooms Large $6.49/Small $5.49
The Gobbler with turkey, swiss, grilled onions and bacon Large $6.29/Small $5.29
Housemade Meatball Sub with Mozzarella Cheese Large $5.59/Small $4.59
Taco Salad with Chips and Chili $5.49
Tomato and Bacon Pizza Large $13.99/Small $7.99

All sandwiches are made with Boar's Head sliced meat, imported and domestic sliced cheese, chicken breast and fresh cut vegetables.

Megunticook Market is Camden's Country Market conveniently located at the corner of Gould and Washington Streets. Open 7 days a week, Monday - Saturday 7am-7pm and Sunday 8am - 6pm. Call ahead to order at 236-3537 or visit us online at www.megunticookmarket.com.