Roasted Turkey with Herb Butter and Roasted Shallots

This has become our go-to recipe, one that gives us perfect results every time. What makes it so magical? Well, it starts with the butter mixture, packed full of fresh sage, thyme and parsley, that is smeared under the skin and over the surface of the turkey. What really pushes this recipe over the top, however, are the rich, dark brown drippings that come from a mixture of the turkey juices and the shallots roasting in the bottom of the pan. Basting with these juices helps to produce golden brown, crispy skin on the outside of the turkey.

Ingredients: 

• ¾ cup butter, softened
• 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh sage
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
• ¾ tsp salt
• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 15-to-16 pound turkey
• Salt and pepper to season cavity
• 1¼ lb. shallots, peeled and cut in half through the root
• 1 carrot, unpeeled
• 1 large celery stalk, cut in half crosswise
• 1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
• 3 cups (approximately) chicken broth

For full directions please visit: CookinCanuck.com