Roast Turkey with Herb Stuffing

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A quintessential Christmas centerpiece, roast turkey represents comfort and tradition. Prepared with a savory herb stuffing of bread cubes, sage, thyme, and celery, this dish is generously seasoned and slow-roasted to golden perfection. A 12-15 pound turkey comfortably feeds 8-10 people, making it ideal for large family gatherings.

Timing and Servings

• Prep Time: 1 hour

• Cook Time: 3-3.5 hours

• Total Time: 4-4.5 hours

• Serves: 8-10 people

Ingredients:

• 12-14 lb whole turkey

• 1/2 cup butter, softened

• 2 tbsp fresh herbs (sage, thyme, rosemary)

• Salt and pepper

Stuffing:

• 1 loaf day-old bread, cubed

• 1 cup diced celery

• 1 cup diced onion

• 1/4 cup fresh chopped herbs

• 1/2 cup chicken broth

• 2 eggs

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Prepare stuffing by mixing bread, vegetables, herbs, broth, and eggs.

2. Preheat oven to 325°F

3. Rinse turkey, pat dry

4. Stuff turkey cavity loosely

5. Rub exterior with herbed butter

6. Roast 15 minutes per pound

7. Let rest 20 minutes before carving

Pro Tips:

• Brine turkey 24 hours before cooking for maximum moisture

• Use a meat thermometer to ensure 165°F internal temperature

• Cover breast with foil if browning too quickly

Variations:

• Cajun-style: Add cayenne and paprika to seasoning

• Citrus twist: Stuff cavity with lemon and orange

• Herb variations: Use sage, thyme, marjoram mix

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