When friends, family, or business partners come over for dinner, you want to make sure you have a delicious and impressive meal planned. Turkey is a classic choice for a main course, and it can be cooked in a variety of ways to suit your taste and budget. Whether you're looking for a simple roasted turkey or something more elaborate, like a stuffed or smoked turkey, there's a recipe out there for you. But with so many recipes to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. That's why we've put together this guide to help you find the best recipe for your next company's coming turkey dinner. We'll provide you with tips on choosing the right turkey, preparing it for cooking, and cooking it to perfection. So whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned pro, you're sure to find a recipe in this guide that will help you create a memorable meal for your guests.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
TURKEY TETRAZZINI II
This is an easy recipe for turkey tetrazzini. Cook time may vary depending upon how soupy or thick you prefer the sauce.
Provided by ANNOFBEV
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Tetrazzini Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and place in the prepared baking dish.
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour. Mix in chicken broth and milk. Cook and stir until the mixture comes to a boil. Stir in about 1 1/3 cups Parmesan cheese, and remove from heat.
- Mix chicken broth mixture and turkey with spaghetti. Top with remaining cheese. Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, until surface is lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 105.1 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 774.1 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
COMPANY TURKEY POTPIE
Here's our smart spin on potpie, filled with turkey, autumn vegetables and a creamy herb sauce. Best of all, there's no crust to make-just top with prepared phyllo dough. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and shallots in oil until tender. Add the squash, red pepper and fennel; saute 5 minutes longer. Add 1/4 cup broth. Cover and cook over medium-low heat until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. , Sprinkle flour over vegetables; cook and stir for 1 minute. Gradually add milk and remaining broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in the turkey, sherry and seasonings; heat through. Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Stack all 10 phyllo sheets. Roll up, starting with a long side; cut into 1/2-in. strips. Place strips in a large bowl and toss to separate; spritz with butter-flavored spray. Arrange over turkey mixture; spritz again. Bake, uncovered, at 425° until golden brown, 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 544mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
COMPANY TURKEY LASAGNA
Posted in response to a "Lasagna" Talk Thread. This recipe is from my friend's mother in law. This recipe is perfect for using up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Provided by Pamela
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Place 1/2 Tomato sauce mixture on the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan.
- Top with 3 noodles.
- Then 1/2 of the broccoli sauce.
- Followed by 3 more noodles.
- Add rest of the broccoli sauce, add the last 3 noodles.
- Top with the last of the tomato sauce and finish with the mozzarella cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes.
COMPANY'S COMING CHICKEN POT PIE
I love tweaking 50's Comfort Food, so when I knew that I was having friends over for dinner, I wanted to upgrade Chicken Pot pie for all those jaded palates. This is extremely easy to put together, as half of it is ready-made products and the other half is scratch. Make the sauce early in the day, let the flavours mingle and then pop it in the oven when you're ready. The Pillsbury Grand biscuits held up SO well, that leftovers the following day were as exceptional as when originally served!
Provided by The_Swedish_Chef
Categories Savory Pies
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place chopped onions, garlic and exotic mushroom mixture into a large 12" skillet with butter, cover, and heat over low heat until the onions are transparent.
- Meanwhile, tear apart the chicken, tearing the pieces into bite-sized bits. If you like dark meat, include it, but I save it for flavouring instant soups. That means I use 2-3 cups of White Meat for the recipe.
- When onion/garlic/mushroom mixture is softened, add chicken, cream of chicken soup, the sour cream, milk, wine, herbs and frozen vegetables to skillet. If you plan on making this NOW, heat until very hot, but not boiling. If you plan on having it later, heat until just warm and flavours are allowed to mingle, then stick mixture in frig, in skillet.
- When you're ready to make this, spray an 11" x 7" oven-proof pan with non-stick spray. Heat oven to 375 degrees or what biscuit directions state on package. Heat mixture until very hot, pour into casserole dish.
- Melt butter in a deep bowl with Italian Seasonings. Open package of rolls and place on top of chicken mixture. Brush rolls with the melted butter/herb mixture.
- Bake in oven for 15-25 minutes until ROLLS ARE DONE and mixture is bubbling. My baking time was 18 minutes.
- Scoop one biscuit out onto deep bowl or rimmed plate and spoon chicken sauce either around it or directly over it.
COMPANY'S COMING CASSEROLE
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown beef with onion. Drain any grease. Season with garlic salt and pepper. Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, sugar and wine or water. Cook for a few minutes and remove from heat.
- Use a mixer to beat together the cream cheese, sour cream and cottage cheese.
- Spoon 1/2 of the noodles into a 9 x 13" casserole dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Cover noodles with the cheese mixture, then the rest of the noodles. Pour the meat-tomato mixture over the top. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, croutons and then dot the top with butter.
- Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven for 35 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
Tips for Cooking Turkey:
- Thaw the turkey properly: Place the frozen turkey in the refrigerator for 1-2 days per 4-5 pounds of turkey. Alternatively, thaw the turkey in cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes until thawed. - Brine the turkey: Soaking the turkey in a brine solution helps keep it moist and flavorful. Use a mixture of water, salt, sugar, and herbs for the brine. - Stuff the turkey loosely: If you choose to stuff the turkey, do so loosely to allow for even cooking. Use a combination of bread cubes, vegetables, and herbs for the stuffing. - Roast the turkey at the right temperature: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and roast the turkey for 13-15 minutes per pound for an unstuffed turkey, or 15-17 minutes per pound for a stuffed turkey. - Baste the turkey regularly: Basting the turkey with its own juices or a mixture of melted butter and herbs helps keep it moist and flavorful. - Let the turkey rest before carving: After roasting, let the turkey rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful turkey.Conclusion:
Cooking a perfect turkey for your special occasion requires careful preparation, cooking, and resting. By following the tips and using the recipes provided in this article, you can ensure a delicious and memorable meal for your guests. Remember to thaw, brine, and stuff the turkey properly, roast it at the right temperature, baste it regularly, and let it rest before carving. With a little planning and effort, you can create a succulent and flavorful turkey that will be the highlight of your feast. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your loved ones with a culinary masterpiece!
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