Maple Roast Turkey

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups apple cider
• 1/3 cup real maple syrup
• 2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram
• 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• salt and pepper to taste
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• 1 (12 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets reserved
• 2 cups chopped onion
• 1 1/2 cups chopped celery
• 1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 cup apple brandy