posted by The Bewitchin Kitchen on October 2, 2018

Roast Turkey with Prosciutto, Rosemary and Roasted Garlic

Turkey dinner is big in my family. We have it multiple times a year: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Birthdays or any opportunity for celebration. This Roast Turkey recipe kicks it up a notch with prosciutto, rosemary, and roasted garlic.

Roast Turkey

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This roast turkey recipe was first published on The Bewitchin’ Kitchen 9 years ago, back in 2009, it was my first Thanksgiving recipe. I wanted to bring it back, and revamp it a bit with a few new ingredients to make it perfect for The Bewitchin’ Kitchen. I’ve learned a lot about cooking since 2009 and it’s crazy to see how different my life is now. Honestly, I didn’t even think I would still have a blog almost ten years later – but here we are.

PS: If you’ve never cooked a turkey before, I highly recommend reading how to cook a turkey. It’s a great post that has a lot of positive feedback and outcomes.

Prosciutto Turkey

prosciutto, rosemary, and sage on a cutting board

I can still remember the first time I made this recipe. Isn’t it crazy how a smell can bring you back to a moment and you remember random things? I distinctly remember laying the prosciutto over the turkey (it was the first time I ever bought prosciutto).

It was also the first time I ever cooked with sage.

Now the two of those are some of my favorite ingredients.

Supplies to Roast a Turkey

Out of everything I’m about to suggest this turkey lifter is my favorite buy. I have had it for years and it has saved my butt a few times (could you imagine if I dropped a turkey after all that hard work?).

Aside from that, here are my recommendations for an easy turkey dinner:

Turkey roaster Make sure you get a roaster with a lid, take it from someone who had both options and the lid is much better.
Cooking twine For tying the legs together if you bread the skin the legs go under.
Meal prep containers These are great for leftovers (they freeze well too)

How to Roast a Turkey

Every turkey is different, as they all differ in weights but I do have a chart and full details for you over at how to cook a turkey.

Stuff or Not to Stuff a Turkey?

If you want to eat quicker, don’t stuff. If you don’t stuff a turkey it doesn’t take near as long to roast in the oven. Also, when you stuff a bird it also cooks unevenly.

Let’s talk about the most important deciding factor, stuffing a turkey can be unsanitary.

Roasted Garlic Turkey Recipe

I love that this recipe has a subtle hint of roasted garlic in with the turkey and gravy. Roasted garlic isn’t overly strong and in your face as raw garlic is, so don’t be scared when I recommend two heads of garlic in this roast turkey recipe.

Try this recipe for the holidays: Roast Turkey with Prosciutto, Rosemary and Roasted Garlic Click to Tweet

Turkey Dinner Sides

Homemade Stuffing – This is the stuffing my grandma used to make. It’s a large recipe, and perfect if you’re looking for comfort food.

Gluten Free Stuffing – A simplified and healthier option to traditional stuffing that is also gluten-free.

Best Scalloped Potatoes Ever – I’m not a potato fan but I LOVE these. This is the recipe I was given at Disneyland for Blue Bayou’s potatoes.

Turkey Gravy – Just plain ol’ regular gravy (if you don’t want to do the roasted garlic gravy listed below).

Curried Cauliflower Casserole – I know, that seems like an odd side dish to pair with turkey. Again, it’s what I grew up on. Pure comfort food, but if you’re looking for a healthy side dish, keep reading.

Three Pepper Salad – One of my favorites, definitely make this.

Balsamic Bacon Brussels Sprouts – Bacon makes everything better

Leave me a comment and let me know if you have any secret turkey roasting tips?

What to do with turkey leftovers:

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