Name: Salt & Pepper Turkey Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 whole turkey (12-14 lbs); 1/4 cup salt; 1/4 cup black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil

Salt & Pepper Turkey Recipe

Deedee Keener Modified: November 12, 2023

How To Make Salt & Pepper Turkey

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 2 hours

Total: 2 hours 15 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 whole turkey (12-14 lbs)
1/4 cup salt
1/4 cup black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
Remove the giblets and rinse the turkey thoroughly.
Pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt and black pepper.
Rub the entire turkey with olive oil.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper mixture evenly over the turkey, making sure to cover all sides.
Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.
Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes before carving.