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• To step
• Method 1 of 3: Put together a spice mix
• Method 2 of 3: Season the turkey
• Method 3 of 3: Make sure the quality of your turkey is good
• Tips
• Warnings

Season the whole turkey the day before roasting for the most memorable flavor. You can season a turkey with a variety of flavors, as well as a little salt and pepper. Once you've seasoned the turkey, you can prepare it according to your recipe. The result is a delicious main meal to enjoy with friends and family.

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Method 1 of 3: Put together a spice mix

1. Opt for standard Thanksgiving spices. If you're making the turkey for Thanksgiving or another holiday, try a standard spice mix with some parsley and sage. This gives a classic flavor to enjoy with the whole family.
   • Put 1/4 cup of fresh chopped parsley. Then add a tablespoon of sage, rosemary and thyme. Add two tablespoons of olive oil and two tablespoons of melted butter, as well as half a teaspoon of both salt and pepper. The type of olive oil you use does not matter.
   • Mix all your ingredients until you have an even, smooth mixture.
2. Try a spice blend with lemon. If you want to try something different, try a spice mixture with lemon. This will give you a fresh, spicy turkey.
   • Mix 1/4 cup of unsalted butter with a teaspoon of lemon zest. Then add a teaspoon of finely chopped thyme or marjoram.
   • Mix all ingredients until you have an even texture.
3. Make a garlic mixture to rub in the turkey. Many people love the taste of garlic. If you and your loved ones are fans of garlic-rich foods, a garlic-spice mixture can be a great seasoning for the turkey.
   • Mix three tablespoons of butter (room temperature) with two tablespoons of rosemary and thyme.
   • Chop three garlic cloves and stir them into the butter and spice mixture.
4. Use a coat of maple syrup. If you prefer something sweeter, consider maple syrup. A layer of maple syrup can give the turkey an unexpected but pleasant sweet taste.
   • You only apply this mixture after you have roasted the turkey for two and a half hours. You bring two tablespoons of the meat juices with 1/4 cup maple syrup. Then coat the turkey all over with the mixture.
   • Then grill the turkey for an additional 15 minutes so that the flavor can soak in.

Method 2 of 3: Season the turkey

1. Cook the turkey according to the recipe after you season it. Once you have seasoned the turkey, continue to prepare the turkey according to the directions in the recipe. Instructions will vary, but a turkey is usually roasted at around 160 degrees Celsius, and will need to be cooked in the oven for at least a few hours.
   • You need an oven thermometer to make sure your turkey is cooked properly. A turkey must have reached a temperature of at least 75 degrees Celsius to be eaten safely.

Method 3 of 3: Make sure the quality of your turkey is good

1. Consider how many herbs you need. You may need to make a little more seasoning than the recipe calls for if you have a very large turkey. To determine how much seasoning you will need, place the turkey in the roasting pan in which you will be cooking the poultry.
   • Slowly fill the frying pan with water. Keep filling the pan with water until the turkey is completely submerged.
   • Remove the turkey from the pan and measure the water. This is the amount of spice mixture you will need.
2. Select a quality turkey for seasoning. No matter how many spices you use, it won't make a poor-quality turkey taste better. Before you season a turkey, it is therefore important to find a good quality turkey in the store. Choose a 6-10 pound turkey with no added flavorings or preservatives.
3. Make sure your turkey is completely thawed before you season it. If you buy a turkey that needs to be thawed, read the directions on the package. Make sure to thaw the turkey for as long as necessary. The turkey will not cook properly if it is not thawed properly, so allow enough time for the turkey to thaw.
4. Ready.

Tips

• Other ingredients you can add to your turkey seasoning mix to taste include sage, marjoram, rosemary, ground black pepper, and nutmeg.
• If you lose some of the seasoning while buttering the turkey, sprinkle some extra salt and ground pepper on top.
• Adding extra paprika to the spice mixture will give the turkey a delicious flavor and a better browning.

Warnings

• You can get sick from bacteria in and on raw turkey. Wash your hands and any surface that has come into contact with raw turkey.