Crispy Turkey with Herb Butter

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup softened butter, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped sage, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, and 1 tbsp chopped thyme; mix until smooth.
3. Pat the 12-14 lb whole turkey completely dry with paper towels.
4. Carefully loosen the skin over the breast and thighs using your fingers to create a pocket.
5. Rub about half of the garlic herb butter directly under the skin, spreading it evenly, then use the remaining butter to coat the exterior of the bird.
6. Stuff the cavity with 1 quartered yellow onion, 1 chopped carrot, 2 chopped celery stalks, 1 halved lemon, and 1 halved garlic head.
7. Rub the exterior skin with 2 tbsp olive oil and a final pinch of kosher salt and black pepper.
8. Place the turkey on the rack in a roasting pan.
9. Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 30 minutes to sear the skin.
10. Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
11. Continue roasting until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165°F (74°C).
12. Remove the turkey from the oven and transfer it to a carving board; tent loosely with foil and let it rest for 45 minutes.