Classic Roast Turkey | Emerils.com

Ingredients

• 1 (10- to 12-pound) turkey
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
• 1 rib celery, coarsely chopped
• 5 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Baby Bam
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
• 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• Pan Gravy