Turkey With Dressing

Published November 17, 1998

Total Time
4 hours
Rating
3(9)
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R. W. Apple Jr.

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Ingredients

Yield:8 to 10 servings
  • 1 12- to 15-pound turkey

  • 10 ounces (2 ½ sticks) butter

  • 2 cups diced yellow onion

  • 2 cups diced celery

  • 1 pound loaf white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 4 cups corn bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 2 ½ tablespoons poultry seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon dried sage leaves

  • ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

  • ½ cup diced ham (optional)

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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Nutritional analysis per serving (8 to 10 servings)

61 grams carbs; 537 milligrams cholesterol; 1489 calories; 23 grams monosaturated fat; 14 grams polyunsaturated fat; 26 grams saturated fat; 71 grams fat; 4 grams fiber; 2131 milligrams sodium; 145 grams protein; 5 grams sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat oven to 350 degrees. Remove neck and giblets from inside the turkey, and discard or reserve for another use. Rinse turkey inside and out, pat dry with paper towels, and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, melt 2 ounces ( ½ stick) of butter. Add the onion and celery, and saute until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, and add the remaining 8 ounces (2 sticks) of butter. Allow butter to melt, then immediately remove pan from heat and set aside.

  3. Step 3

    In a large mixing bowl, combine white bread, corn bread, poultry seasoning, sage, nuts and ham. Add sauteed vegetables and melted butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss to mix well.

  4. Step 4

    Stuff the front and rear cavities of the turkey with the dressing, truss the bird, and place in a deep roasting pan. Cover pan tightly with aluminum foil. Roast turkey for 3 hours. Remove foil, and brown for 30 to 45 minutes more, basting occasionally with the pan juices. To serve, place turkey on a large platter. The dressing may be spooned directly from the bird, or transferred into a serving dish.

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Credits

Adapted from Paul N. Milne, 208 Talbot

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