Singe,clean, wash fowl,dry,and fasten legs. Rub inside with salt,stuff with 2 to 3 cups favorite stuffing. Place breast side up on rack in roaster. Rub well with soft butter,sprinkle with salt,pepper.

Roast uncovered in hot oven,450 degrees f., about 20 minutes then reduce heat to 325 degrees f.
And roast until tender. Baste frequently with drippings from pan or use a mixture of butter and hot water. Allow 20 to 25 minutes per pound for cooking. Turn chicken with Breast,down the last 25 minutes of roasting.