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Roasting the Perfect Turkey
No Christmas dinner is complete without a beautifully roasted turkey. The key to a juicy turkey lies in preparing a flavorful butter that keeps the turkey moist while it roasts. Create this butter by mixing soft butter with lemon zest, garlic, and parsley.
Gently lift the skin of the turkey and fill it with this aromatic butter, allowing it to flavor the meat throughout the cooking process. Flavor the cavity with onions, lemon, and bay leaves before cooking the bird at a high temperature initially to achieve a golden skin.
As the turkey cooks, baste it regularly, adding streaky bacon on top for extra flavor and moisture. Once cooked, allow the turkey to rest, which enhances its juiciness and makes carving easier.