Description
A collection of recipes perfect for Thanksgiving celebrations.
Ingredients
- Turkey – 1 whole (12-14 lbs)
- Salt – 1 cup
- Pepper – 2 tablespoons
- Butter – 1 cup
- Garlic – 6 cloves
- Onion – 2 large
- Carrots – 4
- Celery – 4 stalks
- Chicken broth – 4 cups
- Stuffing mix – 1 package
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F.
- Brine the turkey in saltwater for 24 hours.
- Prepare the stuffing according to package instructions.
- Stuff the turkey with the prepared stuffing.
- Rub the turkey with butter, salt, and pepper.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan with chopped onions, carrots, and celery.
- Add chicken broth to the pan.
- Roast the turkey for about 3-4 hours, basting occasionally.
- Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F.
- Let the turkey rest for 30 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Let leftovers cool before refrigerating.
- Consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 24 hours
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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