Shelly's Recipe

HERBED RUBBED TURKEY I

Category: Turkey

2 tbsp rubbed sage
1 tbsp salt
2 tsp garlic powder, celery seed, dried parsley flakes, curry powder
2 to 3 tsp pepper
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground mustard
1/4 tsp ground allspice
3 bay leaves
1(14 to 16 lbs) turkey

In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Rub half the seasoning mixture in the cavity of the turkey; add the bay leaves. Rub remaining mixture over the turkey skin.

Tie the drumsticks together and place turkey in a roasting pan. Roast using your favorite cooking method until a meat thermometer inserted into the thick inner thigh area reads 180°. Cover turkey and let stand for 15 minutes before slicing. Serves 12-14