How to Make Classic Stuffed Turkey - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thanksgiving is a time for coming together with loved ones and enjoying a delicious feast. And no Thanksgiving feast is complete without a classic stuffed turkey as the centerpiece. This timeless dish is a symbol of gratitude and abundance, and it brings joy to everyone gathered around the table.

Our recipe for Classic Stuffed Turkey is a tried and true method for creating a perfectly moist and flavorful bird that will leave your guests coming back for seconds. With a simple but delic...

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Ingredients

  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped
  • ½ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup minced fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoons rubbed sage
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 12 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes
  • ½ cup Warm water
  • 1 (14 pound) turkey
  • 2 teaspoons Melted butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 45 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • In a large skillet, saute the onions, celery and mushrooms in butter until tender. Add broth and seasonings; mix well. Place bread cubes in a large bowl; add mushroom mixture and toss to coat. Stir in enough warm water to reach desired moistness.
  • Just before baking, loosely stuff turkey. Place any remaining stuffing in a greased baking dish; cover and refrigerate until ready to bake. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together with kitchen string. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush with melted butter.
  • Bake turkey, uncovered, at 325 degrees for 3-3/4 to 4-1/2 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 180 for the turkey and 165 for the stuffing, basting occasionally with pan drippings. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.)
  • Bake additional stuffing, covered, for 30-40 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Cover turkey with foil and let stand for 20 minutes before removing stuffing and carving. If desired, thicken pan drippings for gravy. Yield: 12 servings (10 cups stuffing).
  • Nutrition

    983 cal.

    • Total Fat: 47g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 335mg
    • Sodium: 794mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 111g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 187mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 1343mg