Christmas Turkey & Herb Roasted Potatoes

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 180ºC (160ºC fan-forced)
2. Remove the giblets and neck from the turkey. Pat the cavity and skin dry using paper towel. Place turkey on a baking tray.
3. Mix all the turkey rub ingredients together with the olive oil and brush over the turkey and inside the cavity. Tie legs together with cotton string.
4. Bake for 2 ½ hours or until cooked and golden, basting from time to time. After 1 ½ hours cooking, mix potatoes with oil and seasoning and place on a baking tray or around the turkey to cook, turning potatoes occasionally until tender, golden and crisp.
5. To serve; place turkey on to a large serving platter with potatoes and accompanied with McCormick gravy and cooked beans.