For many special occasions, the centerpiece of a turkey dinner is a celebratory event. Your ultimate guide to a great turkey dinner, from a perfectly roasted bird to delicious sides and even lefeng leftovers ideas.
1. Perfect Roast Turkey
Ingredients:
Whole turkey: 10-12lb (dummy adjustable)
Butter: 1 cup, softened
Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
Fresh herbs: 3 tbsp, chopped rosemary, thyme, sage
Salt: 2 tbsp
Pepper: 1 tbsp
Lemon: 1, halved
Onion: 1, quartered
Carrots and celery: 2–3 each, for roasting pan
Instructions:
Preheat Oven: 325°F (163°C).
Prepare Turkey: Pat the turkey dry. They can be had in salt and pepper season inside and out.
Butter Mixture: In a bowl mix butter, garlic and herbs. Spread generously under the skin and over the turkey.
Stuff the Cavity: That being said, stick a lemon and onion in the cavity.
Roasting Pan: Place turkey on a rack on top of carrots and celery in pan.
Roast: Roast for 15 minutes per pound, but for every 30 minutes reverse the bird (with a skillet full of one tablespoon cooking oil placed in the center to keep the bird from sticking) and baste with pan drippings or additional butter.
Check Temperature: Pick it up with a meat thermometer — the thickest part of the breast should register 165°F (74°C).
Rest: Carve after letting the turkey rest for 20–30 minutes.
2. Classic Stuffing
Ingredients:
Bread cubes: 8 cups (stale or toasted)
Butter: ½ cup
Onion and celery: 1 cup each, diced
Chicken or turkey broth: 2 cups
Eggs: 2, beaten
Sage, thyme, parsley: 2 tsp each, chopped
Salt and pepper: To taste
Instructions:
Melt butter and saute onion and celery until soft.
Sautéed veggie, herbs, salt, and pepper into bread cubes combine these in a large bowl.
Beat eggs and add broth; mix until moistened.
Grease a dish, bake at 350°F for 30–40 minutes or until golden on top.
Ingredients:
Potatoes: 3 lbs, peeled and quartered
Butter: ½ cup
Heavy cream: ¾ cup
Salt and pepper: To taste
Instructions:
Potatoes should be boiled until tender, 15–20 minutes.
Mash with butter and cream and drain. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Rich Turkey Gravy
Ingredients:
Pan drippings: From roasted turkey
Flour: ¼ cup
Chicken or turkey stock: 2 cups
Salt and pepper: To taste
Instructions:
In a saucepan skimming off fat pour drippings.
Then whisk in flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
Whisk in stock gradually, until smooth. Simmer until thickened.
5. Cranberry Sauce
Ingredients:
Fresh cranberries: 12 oz
Sugar: ¾ cup
Orange juice: ½ cup
Orange zest: 1 tsp
Instructions:
In a saucepan, stir sugars, cranberries, orange juice and zest.
Cranberries bursting and sauce thickening requires about 10 minutes over medium heat.
6. Green Bean Almondine
Ingredients:
Fresh green beans: 1 lb, trimmed
Butter: 3 tbsp
Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
Sliced almonds: ¼ cup
Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
Instructions:
Put green beans in boiling water until they’re cooked through, and come out, 3–4 minutes then drain.
Cook garlic and almonds in the butter until golden. Mix with green beans and lemon juice before tossing.
7. Leftover Turkey Ideas
Turkey Pot Pie: Shred turkey, mix vegetables, and gravy; fill pie crust; and bake.
Turkey Soup: Make your broth with the carcass then add turkey, noodles, and veggies.
Turkey Sandwiches: Fresh bread, layer turkey cranberry sauce stuffing.
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Final Thoughts
A turkey dinner is not just food but the taste, texture and the attachment of our family, friends, and our traditions. The golden roasted bird and the comforting sides all come together to make a feast that you’ll want to savor.
These recipes will lead you to successful results whether you are hosting a holiday meal or just giving dinner a try. Happy cooking! 🦃
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