Perfect Roasted Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2. 2
   After removing giblets (discard or save for another recipe), salt and pepper inside of chicken.
3. 3
   Stuff the cavity with thyme, lemon quarters and garlic halves.
4. 4
   Brush the outside of the chicken with melted butter.
5. 5
   Salt and pepper outside of chicken.
6. 6
   Tie the legs together with string (good idea to soak string in water prior so it won't burn in the oven) and tuck the wings under the body.
7. 7
   Cook in oven for 1 1/2 hours or until done.