4 roast turkey fresh ahead Recipes

fresh or frozen turkey, thawed, chopped onion (about 1 medium), salt, divided, freshly ground black pepper, divided, thyme sprigs, coarsely chopped, sage sprigs, coarsely chopped, marjoram sprigs, coarsely chopped, parsley sprigs, coarsely chopped, rosemary sprigs, coarsely chopped, canola oil, water, water (optional), make-ahead gravy, chopped fresh sage

whole turkey, cheesecloth, fresh lemon juice, melted butter or 1 cup margarine, sausage or 2 lbs pork s, dried sage, dried summer savory, butter, onions, chopped, stalks celery & leaves, chopped, chopped fresh parsley, salt and pepper, dried apricot (optional), wheat germ, toasted bread cubes or 6 cups breadcrumbs, water or turkey stock or dry sherry or cognac, cheesecloth, dripping , from roasting pan, all-purpose flour, homemade turkey stock or water, salt and pepper

turkey wings , cut apart at joints (about 3 wings), red onion, cut into wedges (about 8 oz), stalks celery , cut into 2-inch pieces, carrots , cut into 2-inch pieces, carton chicken broth or 1 (32 oz) carton turkey broth or 1 quart homemade broth, water, fresh sage leaves, dry white wine (my preference is chardonnay or pinot grigio), cornstarch, turkey drippings , from roasted turkey or additional broth