Classic Thanksgiving Feast: Easy Make-Ahead Tips for Joyful Gatherings
Discover the joys of preparing a classic Thanksgiving feast with make-ahead tips that will simplify your celebrations and leave you more time to enjoy with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 2 cups diced bread
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 turkey (10-12 pounds)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Prepare the stuffing by sautéing the celery and onions in olive oil until soft.
- Add the bread and vegetable broth to the mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Season the turkey inside and out with salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme.
- Stuff the turkey with the prepared stuffing.
- Roast the turkey for approximately 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the turkey rest before carving.
Notes
- Make stuffing a day in advance to save time.
- Use leftover turkey for sandwiches or soups.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of turkey with stuffing
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg