Herbbed Rub for Turkey

By JacqueDavison

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp rubbed sage
• 1 Tbsp salt
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp celery seed
• 2 tsp dried parsley flakes
• 2 tsp curry powder
• 2-3 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground mustard
• 1/4 tsp ground allspice
• 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 Turkey 14-16 lbs

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine first 10 ingredients. Rub half the seasoning mixture in the cavity of the turkey; add the bay leaves. Rub remaining mixture over the turkey skin.

Tie drumsticks together and place turkey in roasting pan. Roast using your favorite cooking method until a meat thermometer reads 180. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before slicing.