Lemon Herb Salted Turkey and Golden Roasted Turkey Stock Recipe - National Turkey Federation

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 tsp rosemary leaves
• 1 tsp peppercorns
• 1/3 c kosher salt
• 1-1/2 tsp rubbed sage
• 1 tsp ground thyme
• 1 tsp lemon zest, fresh
• 1 (12-14 lb) WHOLE TURKEY, fresh or thawed if frozen
• 2 Onions, cut in 1/8ths
• 4 Celery stalks, cut in 1-inch pieces
• 2 Carrots, cut in 1-inch pieces
• 1 Lemon, in 8 wedges
• 1/4 c unsalted butter
• As needed salt and freshly ground black pepper
• As needed poultry stock
• 8-10 c cold water
• As needed unsalted butter
• As needed fresh herbs and fruit for garnish