Best 12 Turkey With Cornbread Dressing Recipes

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Thanksgiving dinner is a time to gather with family and friends and enjoy a delicious meal. Turkey with cornbread dressing is a classic dish that is often served at Thanksgiving, but it can also be enjoyed year-round. Cornbread dressing is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, so there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. Whether you are looking for a traditional cornbread dressing recipe or something more unique, this article has you covered. We will provide you with several delicious recipes for turkey with cornbread dressing, so you can find the perfect one for your next meal.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY WITH CORNBREAD STUFFING



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Absolutely delicious. The fresh corn bread adds so much flavor! Use bacon or ground pork. You can add whatever you like, but this is the way i always make mine. I often add or change things. Enjoy.

Provided by ltjohnson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Whole Turkey Recipes

Time 5h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

¾ cup cornmeal
1 ¼ cups water
1 cup whole wheat flour
⅓ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 egg
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ pound bacon, or more to taste
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 celery stalk, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
4 teaspoons poultry seasoning
4 teaspoons dried rubbed sage
4 teaspoons dried oregano
1 (1 pound) loaf rye bread, cubed
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 whole turkey, neck and giblets removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a pie pan.
  • In a bowl, mix cornmeal and water and allow to stand for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk the whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Whisk the egg and vegetable oil into the wet cornmeal; stir the wet ingredients into the flour mixture until just combined and pour into the prepared pie pan.
  • Bake the cornbread in the preheated oven until lightly browned and a knife inserted into the center of the cornbread comes out clean, 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
  • Reduce oven heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crisp, about 6 minutes per side; drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Crumble the bacon when cool. Stir the onion, garlic, celery, red bell pepper, poultry seasoning, sage, and oregano into the bacon drippings left in the skillet; cook and stir until the onion is translucent, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove cooled cornbread from the pie pan and cut into small cubes; place into a large bowl and mix in the rye bread cubes. Stir the bacon and cooked vegetables into the stuffing until well combined; drizzle the chicken broth into the dressing, stirring to evenly moisten the bread cubes.
  • Rinse the turkey inside and out and pat dry with paper towels. Place turkey into a large roasting pan with a lid. Fill the body and neck cavities loosely with stuffing, folding the neck skin over the stuffing and securing in place with toothpicks. Place any leftover stuffing onto a large square of aluminum foil and fold and seal the edges to enclose the stuffing. Refrigerate stuffing packet until about 45 minutes before serving time.
  • Place the turkey in the oven, and roast until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 180 degrees F (80 degrees C), 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Remove lid after about 2 1/2 hours to brown skin. Baste occasionally with pan drippings. About 45 minutes before serving, bake the extra stuffing if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1323.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 466.3 mg, Fat 60.1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 158.7 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 808.7 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

TURKEY WITH CORNBREAD STUFFING AND GRAVY



Turkey with Cornbread Stuffing and Gravy image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12-pound) turkey, thawed
1 box cornbread mix, prepared according to package directions
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons poultry seasoning
1 can chicken with rice soup
1 stick softened butter
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse the turkey in clean water and pat dry with paper towels. Remove the gizzards and neck.
  • Place gizzards and neck into a pan of water and bring to a simmer to create broth for gravy. Simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Remove from the heat, strain, and reserve.
  • Meanwhile, make cornbread from mix, according to package directions. Crumble cornbread into small pieces and lay onto a cookie sheet to air dry.
  • In a bowl, combine celery and green onions with air-dried cornbread. Add poultry seasoning and soup, but no water. Mix together thoroughly and place inside turkey cavities.
  • Generously cover bird completely with softened butter, tent with aluminum foil and bake according to package instructions for bird's weight. One hour before bird is finished cooking, remove foil and baste. This will allow skin to become crispy and brown without burning.
  • The turkey is done when the internal temperature registers 170 degrees F deep in the thigh, and juices run clear when flesh is pierced. The temperature of the stuffing should be 160 degrees F in the center.
  • Remove bird from oven, place on serving platter, and tent with foil. Let turkey rest for about 15 minutes so the temperature of the stuffing will reach 165 in the center and the temperature in the thigh will rise to 180 degrees F.
  • Start gravy. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil, add the flour and brown deeply, stirring constantly over medium-low heat. Add turkey drippings and whisk until thickened. Add gizzard broth and simmer. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Remove stuffing from bird and place in serving bowl. Carve turkey and plate with stuffing and gravy.

HERB-SCENTED ROAST TURKEY WITH CORNBREAD STUFFING



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Rosemary, sage and garlic enhance an American Thanksgiving favorite. Served with herb-scented corn bread stuffing, the fragrant flavor is complete!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 5h50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter or margarine
3 medium celery stalks, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3/4 cup chopped onion
9 cups 1/2-inch cubes cornbread or soft bread
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried sage leaves, crumbled
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 whole turkey (12 lb), thawed if frozen
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary leaves, crumbled
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried sage leaves, crumbled
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook celery and onion in butter about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender; remove from heat. In large bowl, mix celery mixture and remaining stuffing ingredients until well blended.
  • Stuff turkey just before roasting, not ahead of time. Fill wishbone area lightly with stuffing. 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.
  • In small bowl, mix rosemary, 1 tablespoon sage, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and the garlic; rub into turkey skin. Place turkey, breast side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan. Brush with 1/4 cup butter. Do not add water. Place meat thermometer in thickest part of inside thigh muscle so thermometer does not touch bone.
  • Roast uncovered 4 to 5 hours, brushing with pan juices every 30 minutes, until thermometer reads 165°F and drumsticks move easily when lifted or twisted. Thermometer placed in center of stuffing should read 165°F.
  • Place foil loosely over turkey when it begins to turns golden. When turkey is two-thirds done, cut band of skin, or remove string or skewer holding legs. When turkey is done, place on warm platter and cover with foil to keep warm. Let stand about 20 minutes for easiest carving. While turkey is standing, prepare Foolproof Gravy if desired.
  • To serve, garnish turkey with fresh herb sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 180 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 48 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 920 mg

TURKEY AND CORNBREAD STUFFING CASSEROLE



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Wrap up dinner with an easy baked casserole boasting turkey, stuffing, veggies and cranberries.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken or celery soup
1 1/4 cups milk
1 cup frozen sweet peas
1/2 cup dried cranberries
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
2 cups cut-up cooked turkey or chicken
1 1/2 cups cornbread stuffing mix
1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1/4 cup milk
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Grease bottom and side of 3-quart casserole with shortening or cooking spray.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat soup and 1 1/4 cups milk to boiling, stirring frequently. Stir in peas, cranberries and onions. Heat to boiling, stirring frequently; remove from heat. Stir in turkey and stuffing mix. Spoon into casserole.
  • In small bowl, stir remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over stuffing mixture.
  • Bake uncovered 35 to 40 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 1 g

TURKEY WITH CORNBREAD DRESSING



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Nothing gets family hanging around the kitchen like the aroma of a turkey stuffed with savory dressing roasting in the oven. Drizzled with hot gravy, it tastes even better than it smells!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup butter
6 cups cubed day-old cornbread
2 cups fresh bread crumbs
1 tablespoon dried sage
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
1/2 cup egg substitute
1 cup chicken broth
1 turkey (10 to 12 pounds)
Melted butter

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Place in a large bowl with cornbread, crumbs, sage and poultry seasoning. Combine egg substitute and broth; add to cornbread mixture, stirring gently to mix., Just before baking, stuff the body cavity and inside the neck with dressing. Skewer or fasten openings. Tie the drumsticks together. Place on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush with melted butter. Bake at 325° for 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until a thermometer reads 180° for the turkey and 165° for the stuffing. When turkey begins to brown, cover lightly with a tent of aluminum foil. When turkey is done, allow to stand for 20 minutes. Remove all dressing to a serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 202mg cholesterol, Sodium 845mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 72g protein.

CARRY ME BACK CORNBREAD DRESSED TURKEY



Carry Me Back Cornbread Dressed Turkey image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 3/4 cups cornmeal
3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups sour cream
3/4 cup milk
4 eggs
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup melted butter
1 (2 1/2 to 3-pound) boneless turkey breast, skin on
4 tablespoons butter, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 pound andouille sausage, casings removed
6 tablespoons butter
1 large white onion, chopped
1 large garlic clove, lightly crushed with the side of a knife blade and minced
3 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley leaves
6 fresh sage leaves, minced
3 large sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped from stem and chopped
1/3 cup to 1 cup chicken stock, as needed to moisten dressing
1 cup dry white wine
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sour cream, milk, eggs, salt and melted butter. Bake in a greased loaf pan for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and when a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Let cool in pan.
  • Let oven temperature reduce to 400 degrees F.
  • For the Turkey:
  • Rinse turkey breast and pat dry with paper towels. Slip chunks of butter under the skin. Season turkey breast with garlic powder, salt and pepper, to taste, and roast in 400 degrees F oven until it reaches an internal temperature of about 160 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • For the Dressing:
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute sausage until browned. Remove to a utility platter with a slotted spoon and pour most of the fat from the pan leaving about 1 tablespoon. Melt butter in the skillet over medium heat. Saute onion, garlic, celery, parsley, sage and thyme until onion is translucent, being careful not to burn them. Remove from heat and set aside briefly. Cut cornbread into cubes or break it up with your hands into a large bowl (depending on the texture you like). Spoon the sauteed vegetables and herbs over the cornbread. Stir or use your hands to combine well and add enough chicken stock to moisten. Transfer to a baking pan and place in the oven until crispy on the outside, for approximately the last 25 minutes of the turkey's roasting time. Remove from oven and transfer to a serving dish in a warm place.
  • For the Gravy:
  • When turkey is done, remove breast to a platter to let rest for 20 minutes before slicing. Skim most of the fat from the pan juices, reserving 1/3 cup of the fat. Add wine to the remaining pan juices and cook over medium-high heat until reduced by half. In a separate saucepan, heat reserved 1/3 cup of fat and whisk in flour over moderately-low heat for a few minutes to make a roux. Add chicken stock and reduced wine, continuing to cook until gravy simmers.
  • Slice turkey and arrange on plate. Serve with cornbread dressing and gravy.

BARDED TURKEY WITH CORN BREAD STUFFING



Barded Turkey with Corn Bread Stuffing image

As a newlywed, I didn't know much about roasting a turkey. Then our pastor, an excellent cook, told me about barding - placing or tying bacon on the turkey to prevent drying during roasting. The fat bastes the turkey while it cooks, keeping it moist and adding flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h50m

Yield 16 servings (12 cups stuffing).

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 pound bulk pork sausage
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 package (14 ounces) crushed corn bread stuffing
2 medium apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 to 2 tablespoons poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2-1/2 to 3 cups chicken broth
1 turkey (16 pounds)
1 pound sliced bacon, divided

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a large bowl; add the stuffing, apples, raisins, butter, poultry seasoning and pepper flakes. Add broth; toss to combine., Just before baking, loosely stuff turkey. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Place several bacon strips over the turkey. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1 hour; replace bacon with new bacon strips (discard cooked bacon or save for another use). Bake 3-1/2 to 4 hours longer or until a thermometer reads 165° when inserted in center of stuffing and the thigh reaches at least 170°, replacing bacon each hour and basting occasionally with pan drippings. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.), Cover turkey and let stand for 20 minutes before removing stuffing and carving. Remove bacon strips before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

ROAST TURKEY WITH CORNBREAD STUFFING



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Make and share this Roast Turkey With Cornbread Stuffing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Breads

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup butter
6 cups cubed day old cornbread
2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon sage
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup chicken broth
1 turkey (10-12 pounds)
melted butter

Steps:

  • In skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender.
  • Place in a lg bowl with corn bread, fresh bread crumbs, sage and poultry seasoning.
  • Mix eggs and chicken broth; add to dry mixture, stir gently to mix.
  • Stuff the cavity and neck of turkey.
  • Fasten openings.
  • Tie legs together.
  • Place on rack in roasting pan.
  • Brush with melted butter.
  • Bake at 325* for 4 hours (cover with a foil tent), or until turkey tests done.
  • Let stand for 20 minutes before cutting.

CHICKEN OR TURKEY CORNBREAD DRESSING CASSEROLE



Chicken or Turkey Cornbread Dressing Casserole image

This recipe will make one large and one smaller casserole, so freeze one for later, or serve both to a crowd! I have made this casserole without using the cooked chicken and it is still very good, you can also add in cooked chopped bacon in place of the chicken if desired, then use the drippings for the cornbread! You can bake and then freeze the cornbread up to 1 month ahead if desired, then defrost to use in this recipe. If you don't have a 10-inch cast-iron skillet use a 9-inch round cake pan. Since my family likes spicy, I add in 1-2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped into the cornbread mixture, if you like extra heat then add them in! This is a very good casserole! Servings is for both casseroles and is only estimated.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h50m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 cups cornmeal
1/2 cup flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups buttermilk
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
3 tablespoons melted butter (bacon fat is even better!)
1/2 cup butter
3 bunches green onions (about 12) or 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
3 large celery ribs, finely diced
4 large eggs
1 (16 ounce) package herb seasoned stuffing mix
2 (10 ounce) cans corn niblets, well drained or 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
3 -4 cups finely chopped cooked chicken or 3 -4 cups cooked turkey
5 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
salt and black pepper
grated parmesan cheese (use any amount desired)

Steps:

  • For the cornbread; in a large bowl stir together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar and cayenne (if using).
  • Add in 2 eggs and the buttermilk; whisk until just moistened.
  • Set oven to 425 degrees.
  • In the oven, heat 3 tablespoons butter (or bacon drippings) in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet or cake pan for 5 minutes.
  • Pour the HOT butter or bacon drippings into the cornmeal batter; stir to combine, then pour the batter into hot skillet or cake pan.
  • Bake at 425 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until golden.
  • At this point you can freeze the the cornbread for up to 1 month if desired.
  • In a large skillet melt 1/2 cup butter over medium heat; add in the green onions (or yellow onions) garlic and celery, saute for about 5 minutes or until tender.
  • In a bowl whisk together 4 large eggs.
  • Break the cooled cornbread into pieces and add to the eggs along with the green onion mixture, stuffing mix, chicken broth, corn niblets and cooked chopped chicken or turkey; stir with wooden spoon until just blended.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Butter both a 13 x 9-inch and a 9-inch baking pan.
  • Spoon the mixture between the 2 pans, then sprinkle the tops with grated parmesan cheese.
  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Bake the 13 x 9-inch for about 50-60 minutes and the 9-inch for about 10 minutes less.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.1, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 97.2, Sodium 1093.4, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 5.6, Protein 15.1

ROAST TURKEY WITH CORNBREAD STUFFING



Roast Turkey with Cornbread Stuffing image

Reserve the turkey's giblets and neck, if desired, for making Turkey Stock.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus 4 tablespoons, softened
2 cups dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1 fresh whole turkey (about 26 pounds), rinsed and patted dry, giblets and neck removed
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Cornbread Stuffing
Fresh sage or other herbs, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees, with only one rack in the lowest position. Stir together melted butter and wine in a bowl. Fold a very large piece of cheesecloth into quarters so that it is large enough to cover breast and halfway down sides of turkey. Immerse cloth in butter mixture.
  • Place turkey, breast side up, on a rack in a roasting pan. Fold wing tips under. Season inside turkey with salt and pepper. Loosely fill body and neck cavities with stuffing. Tie legs together with kitchen twine. Fold neck flap under; secure with toothpicks. Rub turkey all over with the 4 tablespoons softened butter; season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove cheesecloth from butter mixture, squeezing gently into bowl; reserve butter mixture for brushing. Lay cheesecloth over turkey. Place turkey, legs first, into oven. Roast 30 minutes. Brush cheesecloth and exposed turkey with butter mixture. Reduce temperature to 350 degrees. Roast, brushing with butter mixture every 30 minutes and rotating once, 2 1/2 hours; tent with foil if browning too quickly. Pour 1/2 cup water into pan if juices are very dark brown.
  • Discard cheesecloth; rotate pan. Baste turkey with pan juices. Roast, rotating pan halfway through, until skin is golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh (and the stuffing) registers 165 degrees, 1 1/2 to 2 hours more, basting turkey every 30 minutes. Transfer to a platter. Let turkey stand at room temperature 30 minutes, tented with foil, before carving. Garnish with herbs if desired.

MAMA'S CORNBREAD AND SAUSAGE TURKEY DRESSING



Mama's Cornbread and Sausage Turkey Dressing image

This is a delicious turkey dressing bursting with the flavors of sausage, onions, garlic, and parsley, and is irresistible for a Thanksgiving feast!

Provided by BASHFUL_QT

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Sausage Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 (6.5 ounce) packages dry corn bread mix
6 cups dry bread crumbs
1 pound sausage
½ cup margarine
2 cups chopped onion
4 cloves garlic
⅓ cup chopped green bell pepper
3 cups chopped celery
⅔ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups chicken broth
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Prepare the cornbread according to package instructions. Once cornbread is cooled, crumble it into a large bowl. Stir in the bread crumbs.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large pot, saute sausage in margarine with the onion, garlic, green bell pepper and celery until tender. Stir parsley, poultry seasoning, sage and salt into the mixture. Pour broth, eggs and cornbread/breadcrumbs into the mixture; mix until the ingredients stick together easily. Transfer to a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake covered in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 699.9 calories, Carbohydrate 85.4 g, Cholesterol 63.8 mg, Fat 31.1 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 2014.8 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

ROAST TURKEY WITH CORN BREAD STUFFING AND GIBLET GRAVY



Roast Turkey with Corn Bread Stuffing and Giblet Gravy image

Categories     Herb     turkey     Roast     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Brine     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 32

Turkey:
4 quarts water
1 cup coarse salt
1 18-pound turkey; neck and giblets reserved for Giblet Broth
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, cut into pieces, room temperature
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme or 1 tablespoon dried
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
Corn Bread Stuffing
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
6 tablespoons all purpose flour
Chopped turkey neck meat and giblets reserved from Giblet Broth
3 hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped
3 tablespoons brandy
Giblet Broth:
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
Neck and giblets reserved from 18-pound turkey (discard liver, if desired)
1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
1cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
5 cups water
1 cup dry white wine
2 3-inch pieces leek (white and pale green parts only)
8 parsley sprigs
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
2 bay leaves
2 whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Steps:

  • For turkey:
  • Combine 4 quarts water and 1 cup coarse salt in very large bowl. Let stand until salt dissolves, whisking occasionally, about 10 minutes. Place turkey in salted water, turning to coat. Let turkey stand at room temperature 2 hours, turning occasionally. Rinse turkey and pat dry with paper towels. Place turkey on rack set in large roasting pan. Tuck wings under turkey body.
  • Position oven rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 325°F. Whisk butter, orange juice, lemon juice, thyme, orange peel, lemon peel, 3/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in medium bowl until well blended. Rub 1/4 cup thyme butter inside turkey. Spoon stuffing loosely into main cavity and neck cavity. Generously rub remaining thyme butter over turkey. Tie legs together loosely to hold shape of turkey.
  • Roast turkey until golden, basting occasionally with pan drippings, about 2 hours. Cover entire turkey loosely with heavy-duty foil and roast until meat thermometer inserted into innermost part of thigh registers 180°F or until juices run clear when thickest part of thigh is pierced with skewer, basting occasionally with pan juices, about 11/2 hours longer. Transfer turkey to platter. Tent turkey with foil and let stand while preparing gravy.
  • For gravy:
  • Strain pan juices from roasting pan into large glass measuring cup. Spoon fat off top of pan juices. Pour juices and Giblet Broth into heavy medium saucepan. Boil broth mixture until reduced to 3 cups, about 10 minutes.
  • Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add flour; cook until golden brown, stirring often, about 3 minutes. Whisk in reduced broth mixture. Simmer until gravy thickens, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add reserved chopped neck meat and giblets, eggs and brandy; simmer 5 minutes longer. Transfer to bowl. Serve gravy with turkey.
  • For Giblet Broth:
  • Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add neck and giblets; sauté until brown, about 10 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer neck and giblets to plate. Add carrots, onion and celery to pot. Sauté until vegetables brown, about 10 minutes. Add water, wine, neck and giblets to vegetables; bring to boil.
  • Add all remaining ingredients to pot. Reduce heat to medium-low; partially cover and simmer until giblets are very tender, about 11/2 hours. Using slotted spoon, transfer neck and giblets to plate. Cool. Carefully remove all meat from turkey neck. Chop neck meat and giblets; reserve for gravy. Strain broth into bowl, pressing on solids. (Broth and giblets can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill.) Makes about 3 1/2 cups.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dressing.
  • Don't overstuff the turkey. This will help it cook evenly and prevent the dressing from becoming dry.
  • Bake the turkey at a moderate temperature. This will help prevent the meat from drying out.
  • Baste the turkey regularly. This will help keep it moist and flavorful.
  • Let the turkey rest before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Turkey with cornbread dressing is a classic Thanksgiving dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. Just be sure to follow the tips above to ensure that your turkey is cooked perfectly and your dressing is flavorful and moist.

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