Name: The Best Simple Roast Turkey With Gravy
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 185 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 1 whole turkey, neck and giblets reserved, about 10 to 12 pounds (4.5 to 5kg) (see note); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon (15ml) vegetable oil; 1 large onion, roughly chopped; 1 large carrot, peeled and roughly chopped; 2 ribs celery, roughly chopped; 1 1/2 quarts (about 1.5L) homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon (5ml) soy sauce; 3 tablespoons (45g) butter; 1/4 cup (1 1/2 ounces) flour

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This simple roast turkey recipe yields a perfectly juicy and flavorful bird with crispy skin, accompanied by a rich gravy. Seasoned with salt and pepper, and basted in a soy sauce and butter mixture, this classic dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser for any holiday feast.