Never hosted Christmas before? "Even a novice cook" can make this roast turkey, promises the blogger behind the recipe.

INGREDIENTS
  • 12 lb turkey giblets and neck removed
  • 1 lemon quartered
  • 1 onion peeled and quartered
  • 4 sprigs rosemary
  • 5 cloves garlic smashed
  • 8 tablespoons butter softened
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
  • fresh herbs and fruit for garnish optional

INSTRUCTIONS
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Fold the wings of the turkey under the body. read more...