Cookbook:40 Cloves in a Roast Chicken

Ingredients

 * 1 ea. (3–4 pounds) broiler/fryer chicken
 * ¼ cup Country Roast Chicken Seasoning
 * 40 cloves garlic, smashed
 * Olive oil
 * 1 large lemon, thinly sliced
 * ½ bunch thyme
 * 5 sprigs rosemary
 * ½ bunch flat-leaf parsley

Special equipment

 * 1 reusable organic cotton produce bag (optional)

Procedure

 * 1) Rub the Country Roast Chicken Seasoning under the skin of the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
 * 2) Tie the chicken's legs together and wing tips under the back with butcher's twine.
 * 3) Heat garlic in a microwave on low for 6 minutes.
 * 4) In this step, work quickly. If using a bag, place garlic in and stuff it in the cavity. If not, just stuff it in.
 * 5) Coat chicken with olive oil. Place herbs in the bottom of a roasting pan and put lemon slices on top.
 * 6) Put chicken breast side up on top and bake in an oven for 45 minutes at 375°F (190°C).
 * 7) Turn the temperature up to 425°F (220°C) and bake for 45 more minutes or until the internal temperature in both the thigh and breast reaches 165°F (75°C) and the juices run clear.
 * 8) Let rest for 10 minutes and serve.