Roast Turkey with Gravy | Juicy, Golden & Easy Holiday Turkey Recipe

Make the perfect roast turkey for your next holiday celebration with this easy, no-stress recipe. This video shows you exactly how to get a juicy, flavorful turkey with crispy golden skin—and how to turn those pan drippings into rich, homemade gravy. Whether you’re cooking for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Friendsgiving, or a family gathering, this recipe is your go-to for a classic, foolproof roast turkey. What’s Inside This Recipe: Step-by-step instructions for prepping and roasting a whole turkey Tips for seasoning under the skin for extra moisture and flavor How to baste for that perfect golden-brown finish A simple, delicious gravy made from the pan drippings Optional ideas for herbs, stuffing the cavity, and roasting pan setup Ingredients You'll Need: 12–14 lb whole turkey (thawed) Unsalted butter Salt, pepper, garlic powder Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage – optional) Lemon, onion (for stuffing the cavity) Chicken broth (for basting and gravy) All-purpose flour (for gravy) 🕒 Prep time: 30 minutes 🕒 Cook time: 3.5–4 hours 🍽️ Serves: 10–12 people Helpful Tip: Be sure to let your turkey rest before carving to keep it moist and flavorful. If you're new to roasting turkey, don’t worry—this guide keeps it simple and stress-free. Your guests will be asking for seconds (and maybe your secret recipe)! 👍 Like this recipe? Give it a thumbs up, leave a comment, and subscribe for more holiday classics, comfort food, and easy cooking tutorials. Tags: roast turkey, turkey recipe, how to roast turkey, Thanksgiving turkey, Christmas turkey, juicy roast turkey, turkey with gravy, holiday turkey recipe, easy turkey recipe, homemade gravy, turkey cooking tutorial, how to make turkey gravy, Thanksgiving dinner, classic roast turkey, foolproof turkey recipe, oven roasted turkey #RoastTurkey #TurkeyRecipe #ThanksgivingDinner #ChristmasDinner #TurkeyWithGravy #HolidayCooking #EasyRecipes #JuicyTurkey #HomemadeGravy #Thanksgiving2025 #HolidayMeal #ComfortFood