Forget dry, flavorless turkey! This Sage & Thyme Herb Butter is the absolute secret weapon for a moist, golden, and deeply savory Thanksgiving bird. Using our Spice Madness Ground Sage and Thyme, this compound butter infuses the meat and crisps the skin, turning your turkey into a showstopper. It takes just 5 minutes to prep and makes a world of difference!
Sage & Thyme Herb Butter: The Secret to a Perfect Turkey
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Category
Seasoning/Condiment
Cuisine
American (Holiday)
Prep Time
5 minutes
This simple but powerful herb butter uses the warm, traditional flavors of sage and thyme to elevate any roasted poultry. By rubbing this aromatic butter mixture under and over the turkey skin, you ensure that the meat stays incredibly juicy while the skin roasts to a perfect, herb-infused crunch. A simple step that guarantees maximum flavor! This recipe highlights two of our star ingredients from the Spice Madness Thanksgiving Bundle!
Ingredients
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½ Cup of Butter (1 Stick)
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2 tsp Sage, Ground
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1 tsp Thyme Leaves
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1 tsp Garlic, Minced
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½ tsp Kosher Salt
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¼ tsp Black Pepper, Fine Ground
Directions
Place the butter in a small bowl and ensure it is fully softened to room temperature
Add the sage, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the softened butter
Use a fork or spatula to mash and mix all ingredients together until the herbs and seasonings are thoroughly and evenly incorporated into the butter
Use this herb butter to season your turkey: carefully rub half of it directly onto the meat under the skin and rub the remaining half over the exterior skin before roasting
Recipe Note
Don't stop at the turkey! This Sage & Thyme Herb Butter is perfect for upgrading your Thanksgiving side dishes. Try melting a generous pat into your mashed potatoes for extra savory flavor, tossing it with roasted carrots or Brussels sprouts before baking, or even spreading it over warm dinner rolls. It's the simplest way to add gourmet holiday flavor to every plate!