Mum's Turkey

Directions

1. 1
   Discard bag of gizzards from inside cavity and rise the cavity of the turkey with cold water.
2. 2
   Pat dry.
3. 3
   Salt & pepper the bird all over.
4. 4
   Roast until golden brown, about 2 hours.
5. 5
   Cover the breast loosely with foil when golden brown.
6. 6
   Cook until an instant read thermometer reads 165 degrees F in the thigh of turkey.
7. 7
   The thigh takes about 30 more minutes than the rest of the bird.
8. 8
   Transfer to a cutting board or serving platter to rest for 15 minutes before carving.