Creating a glazed roast turkey with cranberry stuffing is a delectable culinary feat that takes a special touch and careful preparation. This dish is a centerpiece for holiday meals and special occasions, embodying the essence of warmth and indulgence. The juicy turkey, basted in a sweet and savory glaze, pairs harmoniously with the tangy and flavorful cranberry stuffing, resulting in a symphony of flavors that delight the senses. Embark on a culinary journey as we unravel the secrets of crafting this masterpiece, from selecting the perfect turkey to mastering the art of roasting and stuffing, ensuring a memorable dining experience for you and your loved ones.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ROAST TURKEY WITH CRANBERRY-ORANGE GLAZE
Bake the flavors of Thanksgiving right into the bird with this cranberry-orange glaze with garlic and chipotle.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 4h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Pat the turkey dry and tuck in the wings. Rub the turkey inside and out with 2 tablespoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Stuff the cavity with 5 sprigs each of the rosemary and thyme. Tie the legs together and place the turkey breast-up in a roasting pan with a rack. Let sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Heat a saucepan over medium heat and add 4 tablespoons of the butter. Stir in the onion, garlic and the remaining 3 sprigs each rosemary and thyme. Cook until the onions are softened, 6 minutes. Add the cranberries, sugar, vinegar, chipotles, orange zest and juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Simmer until the cranberries start to burst, 8 minutes. Strain. Reserve half for serving.
- Heat the remaining 6 tablespoons butter in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave in 30-second increments until melted. Brush the melted butter all over the turkey. Pour 1 cup of the broth into the roasting pan. Roast for 2 hours, basting with the drippings every 30 minutes after the first hour. Add more broth if the pan looks dry.
- After 2 hours of roasting, brush the turkey with the cranberry-orange glaze every 20 minutes until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165 degrees F, about 1 hour more, tenting with foil when the turkey reaches the desired darkness.
- Transfer the turkey to a carving board and let rest 30 minutes before carving. Serve with the reserved glaze.
CRANBERRY STUFFED TURKEY BREASTS
I made these once for a holiday dinner party, and they were such a hit that I started making them for Thanksgiving instead of a whole turkey.
Provided by Esther Nelson
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Breasts
Time 2h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions. Set aside to cool.
- With a sharp knife, butterfly breasts open to lay flat. Place each breast between two sheets of waxed paper, and flatten with a mallet. Spread the prepared stuffing to within 1/4 inch of the edge of each breast. Sprinkle each one with chopped pecans and dried cranberries, reserving some of the cranberries for garnish. Roll up tightly in a jellyroll style, starting with the long end. Tuck in ends, and tie in sections with string, about 4 sections around the middle and one running the length of the roll to secure the ends.
- Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully brown rolls on all sides.
- Place skillet in oven, uncovered. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature is at 170 degrees F (78 degrees C) when taken with a meat thermometer. Do not let these get overly dry.
- Allow rolls to set for 15 minutes before removing string, and slicing into 1/2 to 3/4 inch circles. Leave one roll whole, and slice the other for presentation. Stuffing will be spiraled into meat. Present on your prettiest platter on a bed of curly lettuce, and garnish by sprinkling with the remaining 1/2 cup pecan halves and the reserved dried cranberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 34.4 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 857.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
CRANBERRY-GLAZED TURKEY BREAST
This tasty, golden brown turkey breast is just four ingredients away! And with its low sodium, fat and cholesterol levels, you can feel good about eating it. "It's simply delicious," says Audrey Petterson of Maidstone Saskatchewan, Canada.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h50m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring the cranberry sauce, apple juice concentrate and butter to a boil. Remove from the heat; cool. , Carefully loosen skin of turkey breast. Set aside 1/2 cup sauce for basting and 3/4 cup for serving. Spoon remaining sauce onto the turkey, rubbing mixture under and over the skin., Place turkey on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with reserved sauce. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before carving. Warm reserved 3/4 cup sauce; serve with turkey.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ORANGE-GLAZED ROAST TURKEY WITH GLUTEN-FREE CRANBERRY-ORANGE STUFFING
Looking for a stuffed turkey for the holidays, and you need it to be gluten free? Look no further-this beautiful glazed turkey is gluten free, including the cornbread stuffing.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 6h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Spray bottom and sides of 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray (without flour). In medium bowl, mix cornmeal, all flours, the baking powder, baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, the xanthan gum and guar gum. In large bowl, beat milk, vinegar, sugar and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed until frothy. Gradually add ghee, beating constantly until thoroughly mixed. Add cornmeal mixture; beat on low speed about 1 minute or until well blended. Pour into baking dish.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until top springs back when touched lightly in center and cornbread pulls away from sides of baking dish. Cool 15 minutes. Cut into cubes; set aside. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F.
- In 10-inch skillet, melt 1/3 cup butter over medium heat. Cook celery and onion in butter about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender. In large bowl, mix cornbread cubes, celery mixture and remaining stuffing ingredients.
- Stuff turkey just before roasting. Fill wishbone area with stuffing. Fasten neck skin to back with skewer. Fold wings across back with tips touching. Tuck drumsticks under band of skin at tail, or tie together with heavy kitchen string, then tie to tail.
- In small bowl, combine 2 teaspoons sage, 1 teaspoon salt and the pepper; rub into turkey skin. Place turkey, breast side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan. Brush with melted butter. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of inside thigh and does not touch bone.
- Roast uncovered 3 to 4 hours. After about 2 hours of roasting, cut band of skin or string holding legs. Place tent of foil loosely over turkey when it begins to turn golden. Brush marmalade on turkey about 20 minutes before turkey is done. Thermometer will read 165°F when turkey is done, and drumsticks should move easily when lifted or twisted. Thermometer placed in center of stuffing will read 165°F when done. Let stand about 15 minutes for easiest carving. Brush again with marmalade before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 930, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 325 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 98 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1010 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 1 g
CRANBERRY-GLAZED TURKEY WITH CRANBERRY-CORNBREAD STUFFING
Nothing says Thanksgiving like roast turkey and cranberries. The bird is stuffed with a hearty cranberry stuffing, which infuses the pan gravy with tart, fruity flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Turkey Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees with rack on lowest level. In a large saucepan, melt 1 1/2 cups butter; add white wine. Turn off heat, leaving mixture on top of stove to keep warm. Fold a large piece of cheesecloth into quarters; cut it into a 17-inch, four-layer square. Immerse cheesecloth in wine mixture, and set aside to soak.
- Place turkey, breast side up, on a clean work surface. Fold wing tips under turkey. Season cavity with salt and pepper.
- Fill large cavity loosely with 7 to 8 cups stuffing. Tie legs together loosely with kitchen twine. Stuff the turkey neck cavity, fold neck flap under, and secure with a bamboo skewer. Rub turkey with the remaining 4 tablespoons butter, and season with salt and pepper.
- Remove cheesecloth from liquid; squeeze lightly, leaving it very damp. Spread it evenly over breast and leg area.
- Arrange onions in a large, heavy roasting pan. Place turkey on top of onions; transfer to oven, and roast 30 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees. Pour a quarter of the wine mixture over cheesecloth and exposed parts of turkey; continue roasting 2 hours more, basting every 30 minutes.
- When all the wine mixture has been used, remove the cheesecloth and discard; continue cooking until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh (avoiding bone) registers 155 degrees. about 40 minutes more.
- Brush the turkey with the cranberry glaze, coating completely. Roast turkey 10 to 15 minutes more. Brush turkey again to coat, and continue cooking 10 minutes more to set the glaze (the turkey should register 165 degrees).
- Transfer turkey to a carving board; let rest about 30 minutes before carving. Reserve pan juices for preparing gravy.
GLAZED ROAST TURKEY WITH CRANBERRY STUFFING
The shiny, red-hued glaze will make this year's turkey even more special!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 5h55m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. In 10-inch skillet, melt 1 cup butter over medium heat. Cook celery and onion in butter, stirring frequently, until onion is tender. Stir in about one-third of the bread cubes. Place in large bowl. Add remaining bread cubes and remaining stuffing ingredients; toss.
- Stuff turkey just before roasting. Fill wishbone area with stuffing first. Fasten neck skin to back with skewer. Fold wings across back with tips touching. Fill body cavity lightly. (Do not pack--stuffing will expand while cooking.) Tuck drumsticks under band of skin at tail, or tie together with heavy string, then tie to tail.
- Place turkey, breast side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan. Brush with 2 tablespoons butter. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of inside thigh and does not touch bone. Do not add water.
- Roast uncovered, following Timetable for approximate total cooking time. Thermometer will read 165°F when turkey is done, and the drumstick should move easily when lifted or twisted. Thermometer placed in center of stuffing will read 165°F when done. If a meat thermometer is not used, begin testing for doneness about 30 minutes before Timetable indicates. (See Timetable for Roasting Poultry for exact times.)
- In 1-quart saucepan, mix all glaze ingredients. Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth. Brush glaze on turkey about 20 minutes before turkey is done.
- Place a tent of foil loosely over turkey when it begins to turn golden. When two-thirds done, cut band of skin or string holding legs. When turkey is done, place on warm platter and cover with foil to keep warm. Let stand about 15 minutes for easiest carving. To serve, brush again with glaze before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg
STUFFED TURKEY BREAST WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE
Haven't tried this -- posted in response to a request -- but it sounds fabulous and fairly easy too. I clipped this out of the Food section in the Toronto Star newspaper.
Provided by Lennie
Categories Poultry
Time 1h50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- To make stuffing, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and saute the onion, celery and carrots for 5 minutes or until the onion is translucent.
- Add stock and seasonings; remove from heat.
- Mix in bread cubes and cool slightly.
- For glaze, mix all glaze ingredients in a medium-sized bowl; set aside 1/2 cup to serve, cold, with meal.
- To make turkey, preheat oven to 325F and lightly grease a baking dish or a small roasting pan.
- Place turkey breast on your cutting board and, holding a knife parallel to the board, slice meat through middle, leaving last inch intact.
- Open meat like a book and cover with plastic wrap; pound with a meat mallet to even thickness.
- Cover one side of meat with stuffing.
- Fold other side over and secure with toothpicks along the edges.
- Transfer to your baking dish and pour remaining cranberry glaze over.
- Bake, uncovered, for 60 to 90 minutes or until cooked through and juices run clear.
- Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
Tips and Conclusion
Tips:
- Choose a fresh, high-quality turkey. A fresh turkey will be more flavorful and juicy than a frozen one. Look for a turkey with a plump breast and smooth skin.
- Thaw the turkey properly. If you are using a frozen turkey, be sure to thaw it properly in the refrigerator or in a cold water bath. Never thaw a turkey at room temperature, as this can increase the risk of bacteria growth.
- Prepare the turkey ahead of time. To allow the flavors to meld, season the turkey and allow it to marinate for at least 24 hours before roasting.
- Use a good quality glaze. A flavorful glaze will help to keep the turkey moist and add extra flavor. There are many different recipes for turkey glaze available online and in cookbooks.
- Roast the turkey at a low temperature. This will help to prevent the turkey from drying out. The ideal roasting temperature for turkey is 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Baste the turkey regularly. Basting the turkey with the pan juices will help to keep it moist and flavorful. Baste the turkey every 30 minutes or so.
- Let the turkey rest before carving. Once the turkey is cooked, let it rest for at least 15 minutes before carving. This will help to keep the juices from running out.
Conclusion:
Glazed roast turkey with cranberry stuffing is a classic holiday dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips above, you can make a delicious and memorable turkey dinner that your family and friends will love. So, fire up your oven and get ready to roast a turkey!
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