Ingredients
2 tablespoons rubbed sage1 tablespoon salt2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons celery seed2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons curry powder2 to 3 teaspoons pepper1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon ground allspice3 bay leaves1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)
Preparation
In a small bowl, combine the 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 the drumsticks together and place turkey in a roasting pan. Roast using your favorite cooking method until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°. Cover turkey and let stand for 15 minutes before carving.
