Description
A delicious and festive Christmas dinner with a touch of elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 tbsp rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups stuffing mix
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 2 lbs roasted potatoes
- 1 lb green beans, steamed
- 1 cup gravy
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Rub the turkey with butter, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the turkey with the stuffing mix and place in a roasting pan.
- Roast for 3-4 hours or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 20 minutes before carving.
- Serve with roasted potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, and gravy.
Notes
- Brining the turkey overnight enhances flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Christmas dinner, festive meal, holiday turkey