Herb-Barbeque Turkey


Makes 12-16 servings.

12-16 lb turkey
1 onion
1 celery stalk
2 tbsp each: fresh lemon juice & olive oil
2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried rosemary

Preheat BBQ to medium heat. For ultimate ease use a disposable foil pan. Remove neck & giblets from turkey. Rinse turkey under cold water & pat dry. Place onion & celery in cavity. Squeeze lemon juice on outside of bird. Sprinkle evenly with oil, thyme & rosemary. Pour about 1/2" of water in bottom of pan. Place rack in pan, place bird on rack breast side up & cover with 2 layers of foil tucked loosely in. Place on BBQ grill & shut lid. Cook for 2- 2-1/2 hours replenishing the water if necessary until meat thermometer registers 170F. remove from pan & let stand 15 minutes before carving.