Step 1

Remove the gizzards (save in refrigerator for gravy)

Step 2

Rinse bird well and pat dry with paper towels; then truss (tie legs together with string)

Step 3

Place turkey breast side up in a roasting pan, then put rosemary inside bird

Step 4

Drizzle bird with oil and balsamic vinegar, then sprinkle with salt

Step 5

Wedge apples around roasting pan to prop turkey up evenly --place 2 apple halves in cavity of bird

Step 6

Place roasting pan with turkey, apples, etc. in oven on lowest rack

Step 7

Roast at 325°F, 15 minutes per pound; a 15 pound turkey requires 3 hours and 45 minutes

Step 8

If skin begins to brown too soon, cover with tin foil

Step 9

To check temperature stick a meat thermometer deep into thigh; at 175°F it is safely done

Step 10

Remove turkey from oven and allow to sit for 20 to 30 minutes before carving

Step 11

Serve