Description
A festive and delicious Christmas entree that delights your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds)
- 2 cups stuffing
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Prepare the stuffing by sautéing onion, carrots, and celery in butter.
- Add the stuffing mix and chicken broth, then mix well.
- Stuff the turkey with the mixture.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
- Roast the turkey for about 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 30 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate cooking.
- Resting the turkey enhances juiciness.
- Serve with cranberry sauce for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Christmas entree, holiday meal, festive main dish