For Thanksgiving, infusing the star of the feast—a roasted turkey—with cannabis will give your holiday dinner an exciting twist. This recipe uses a cannabis-infused herb butter to ensure the turkey is juicy, flavorful, and potent. Plus, we’ll add some infused gravy for extra flair!

Ingredients for the Turkey:

• 1 whole turkey (12-14 lbs)

• ¼ cup cannabis-infused butter (recipe below)

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh thyme

• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley

• 1 tsp sage

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 lemon, halved

• 1 onion, quartered

• 2-3 cups chicken broth or water

Cannabis-Infused Butter (Cannabutter):

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter

• 7-14 grams cannabis flower (adjust based on potency)

Instructions:

1. Decarboxylate the cannabis:

• Preheat your oven to 240°F (115°C). Break the cannabis into small pieces and spread it on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until it turns lightly toasted and brown. This process activates the THC.

2. Infuse the butter:

• Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add the decarboxylated cannabis to the butter.

• Let it simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally to avoid scorching.

• After the infusion, strain the mixture through a cheesecloth to remove plant material, leaving you with pure cannabis-infused butter.

Instructions for Preparing the Turkey:

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). If you’re using a convection oven, you can lower the temperature to 300°F.

2. Prepare the Herb Butter:

• In a small bowl, combine cannabis-infused butter and regular unsalted butter. Mix in the garlic, thyme, rosemary, parsley, and sage. Season with salt and pepper.

Tip: You can adjust the amount of cannabis butter depending on how potent you want your turkey to be. The regular butter helps balance the potency.

3. Prep the Turkey:

• Pat the turkey dry with paper towels, ensuring the skin is dry for a crispier finish.

• Gently separate the skin from the breast by sliding your fingers under the skin. This creates a pocket where you can rub the herb butter directly onto the meat.

4. Rub the Butter:

• Rub the cannabis-infused herb butter generously under the skin of the turkey breast, as well as on top of the skin. This will flavor and infuse the turkey as it cooks.

5. Stuff the Turkey (Optional):

• Stuff the cavity of the turkey with lemon halves and onion quarters. This adds extra flavor to the turkey as it roasts.

6. Roast the Turkey:

• Place the turkey in a roasting pan with a rack. Pour 2-3 cups of chicken broth or water into the bottom of the pan to keep the turkey moist.

• Cover the turkey loosely with foil and roast according to the chart below (around 13-15 minutes per pound for an unstuffed turkey, and 16-18 minutes per pound if stuffed).

Turkey Weight Roasting Time (Unstuffed) Roasting Time (Stuffed)

12-14 lbs 3 to 3 ¾ hours 3 ½ to 4 ¼ hours

• Remove the foil during the last hour of roasting to allow the skin to crisp up.

Cannabis-Infused Gravy (Optional)

No Thanksgiving turkey is complete without gravy, and adding cannabis to your gravy can take this meal to the next level.

Ingredients for Gravy:

• Turkey drippings (from the roasting pan)

• ¼ cup cannabis-infused butter

• ¼ cup all-purpose flour

• 2-3 cups turkey or chicken broth

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Make a Roux:

• After removing the turkey from the roasting pan, pour the drippings into a bowl and let the fat rise to the top. Skim off the fat and save it for your gravy.

• In a saucepan, melt the cannabis-infused butter and whisk in the flour to make a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

2. Add the Broth:

• Slowly whisk in the turkey drippings and broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Let the gravy simmer for about 10 minutes, until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving and Dosage Tips:

• Dosage: The potency of your turkey will depend on how much cannabis you use in your butter. For a balanced meal, consider using around 7-14 grams of cannabis flower in your cannabutter recipe. Adjust based on the tolerance levels of your guests.

• Label infused dishes: If you’re serving both infused and non-infused food, make sure to clearly label the cannabis-infused turkey and gravy so everyone is aware.

This Cannabis-Infused Thanksgiving Turkey is sure to be the talk of the table, providing a savory, comforting dish that’s perfect for relaxing and enjoying the holiday. Paired with cannabis-infused gravy, it’s a fun and flavorful way to elevate your Thanksgiving celebration!