Best 13 Turkey With Rye Dressing Recipes

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Turkey with rye dressing is a classic dish that is perfect for special occasions. The combination of savory turkey, flavorful stuffing, and crispy skin is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the information you need to create a delicious and memorable turkey with rye dressing that will be the star of your next gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TURKEY WITH RYE DRESSING



Turkey With Rye Dressing image

My husband created the recipe for this tempting turkey and delectable dressing. It's a feast that seems like Thanksgiving whenever we enjoy it. He gets lots of recipe requests for this memorable main dish. -Joan Vernon, Riverton Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h50m

Yield 10-12 servings (11 cups stuffing).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound day-old light rye bread, cubed
1/2 pound day-old dark rye bread, cubed
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
2 large tart apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup chopped celery
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup chopped salted mixed nuts
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage
3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 to 3-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 turkey (12 to 14 pounds)
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Toss bread cubes in a large bowl. In a skillet, saute the onion, apples, celery and garlic in butter until apples and vegetables are tender; add to bread. Add the nuts, seasonings and enough broth to moisten. , Just before baking, stuff the turkey. Skewer openings; tie drumsticks together. Place on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush with some of the oil. Cover lightly with a tent of foil. , Bake at 325° for 4-1/2 to 5 hours or until a thermometer reads 185°, brushing with oil occasionally. Remove all stuffing.

Nutrition Facts :

"MIND BLOWING" TURKEY SANDWICH



Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 35m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pint grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
2 sprigs fresh basil, torn
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup whole-grain mustard
8 slices rye bread
8 small leaves butter lettuce
8 ounces thinly sliced roasted turkey breast
8 cornichon pickles

Steps:

  • For the tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • On a small rimmed baking sheet, spread the tomatoes, olive oil, salt, garlic and basil. Toss well to coat. Roast until the tomatoes are popped and beginning to brown, about 25 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
  • For the spread: Mix together the mayonnaise and mustard in a small bowl.
  • For the sandwich: Lay out the bread and spread the mayonnaise-mustard mixture on each slice. Working 2 slices at a time, place 2 lettuce leaves on one slice and about 6 roasted tomatoes on the opposite slice. Ribbon 3 slices of turkey on the lettuce. Place the 2 halves together and secure with 2 toothpicks with a cornichon on each one. Continue with the remaining ingredients. Cut in half before serving.

TURKEY REUBEN



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In this reinvented twist on a classic reuben sandwich, turkey pairs up with melted cheese and rye bread, with a mustard-laced take on coleslaw supplanting sauerkraut.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons unsalted butter, softened
2 slices rye bread
2 tablespoons Russian Dressing
1 ounce thinly sliced Swiss cheese
4 thin slices cooked turkey
3 tablespoons Tangy Cabbage Slaw
2 dill-pickle sandwich slices

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan or a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Spread butter on 1 side of each slice of bread. Flip bread over, and spread Russian dressing on the other side of each slice. Place half of the cheese on top of dressing on 1 slice. Top with turkey, cabbage slaw, and pickles. Top with remaining cheese, then the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
  • Place on grill pan, and cook, pressing down occasionally with a spatula, until golden brown and cheese has melted, 3 to 4 minutes per side. (Cover with a heatproof bowl to encourage cheese to melt; use caution when removing.) Cut sandwich in half, and serve immediately.

MOLASSES-AND-CIDER-GLAZED TURKEY WITH RYE-AND-BLACK-WALNUT STUFFING



Molasses-and-Cider-Glazed Turkey with Rye-and-Black-Walnut Stuffing image

If the stuffing inside the turkey doesn't reach 165 degrees by the time the bird is done, transfer it to a baking dish and bake until it does.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Time 3h45m

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 1/4 cups apple cider, preferably unfiltered
1/4 cup blackstrap molasses
1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds), room temperature, patted dry
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth, plus more as needed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for baking dish
1 medium onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2 celery stalks, coarsely chopped (3/4 cup)
1 Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 1/2-inch-pieces (1 1/2 cups)
4 cloves garlic, minced (2 tablespoons)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 large loaf rye bread, cut into 1-inch pieces and lightly toasted (12 cups)
1 cup black walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup lightly packed coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Whole apples and pears and fennel fronds, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Turkey: Preheat oven to 450 degrees, with rack in lower third. Boil 1/2 cup cider in a small saucepan until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in molasses until combined. Season body and neck cavities of turkey generously with salt and pepper. Rub butter evenly over skin; season with salt and pepper. Let stand 30 minutes.
  • Stuffing: Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion, celery, apple, and garlic; season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Add wine; bring to a boil and cook until reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Transfer mixture to a large bowl; toss with bread, walnuts, parsley, and 1 cup broth until combined. Fold in eggs.
  • Lightly pack half of stuffing into body and neck cavities of turkey. Toss remaining stuffing with remaining 1 cup broth; transfer to a lightly buttered 2-quart baking dish and cover with parchment-lined foil. Tie turkey legs together with twine. Transfer to a roasting pan fitted with a rack. Pour broth and remaining 3/4 cup cider into pan.
  • Roast turkey 30 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees. Brush turkey with some of cider-molasses glaze. Continue roasting, brushing with more glaze every 20 minutes, until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh (avoiding bone) and into stuffing registers 165 degrees, 1 hour, 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on size of bird. (Add more broth as needed to prevent bottom of pan from scorching.) Transfer turkey to a carving board. Let stand 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bake extra stuffing in baking dish 15 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until top is crisp and golden brown in spots, about 15 minutes more.
  • Gravy: Remove rack from roasting pan; skim excess fat from pan drippings with a large spoon. Heat pan across two burners over medium-high. Add wine and bring to a boil, scraping browned bits from bottom of pan with a wooden spoon. Add 2 1/2 cups broth; return to a boil. Whisk together remaining 1/4 cup broth and flour in a small bowl. Slowly pour flour mixture into pan, whisking constantly, until gravy thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter until combined. Strain gravy through a fine-mesh sieve; transfer to a gravy boat.
  • Remove twine from turkey and transfer to a platter. Garnish with apples, pears, and fennel. Carve turkey and serve, with stuffing and gravy alongside.

GRILLED TURKEY REUBEN SANDWICHES



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The restaurant I worked at in college made these amazing turkey reuben sandwiches. They are a hit with everyone, and surprisingly easy. Feel free to adjust the sauerkraut to taste, but don't skimp on the thousand island dressing!

Provided by The-Baby-Bow-Lady

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Turkey

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sauerkraut, drained
10 ounces sliced deli turkey meat
2 tablespoons butter
4 slices marble rye bread
4 slices Swiss cheese
4 tablespoons thousand island salad dressing, or to taste

Steps:

  • Warm the sauerkraut and turkey, separately, in a microwave-safe bowls for 30-seconds; set aside. Spread butter generously on one side of each slice of rye bread, then spread the thousand island dressing on the other side. Divide the sauerkraut, turkey, and Swiss cheese on two slice of bread with the butter-side down. Stack the remaining two slices of bread with the butter-side up on top.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Arrange the sandwiches on the skillet and grill until lightly browned and the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 759.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fat 43.9 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 44.7 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Sodium 3088.1 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

TURKEY AND DRESSING CASSEROLE



Turkey and Dressing Casserole image

This custard-style dressing is filled with turkey cubes, bread crumbs and plenty of seasoning. It is soothing on a chilly day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup coarsely crumbled cornbread
1 cup cubed day-old bread
2 tablespoons chicken or turkey broth
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
GRAVY:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chicken or turkey broth
1/4 cup milk
1 egg, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey
Dry bread crumbs, optional

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the cornbread, bread cubes, broth and seasonings. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish., For gravy, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. , Spoon half of the gravy over dressing mixture. Layer with turkey and remaining gravy. Sprinkle with bread crumbs if desired. Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through., Or cover casserole and freeze for up to 3 months., To use frozen casserole: Remove from the freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Bake at 350° for 1-1/2 hours. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 980mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

TO-DIE-FOR THANKSGIVING STUFFING



To-Die-For Thanksgiving Stuffing image

This is a basic recipe that continues to evolve each year (one that was itself extrapolated from an intriguing Bon Appetit recipe). Add, subtract, go wild: the rich flavors of pumpernickel, bacon, and rye can stand up to just about anything! Warning: This is a HUGE recipe. Stuffs a 24 lb. turkey with leftovers to spare. Adjust as needed.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 dense store-bought loaf dark pumpernickel bread, torn or cut into 1-inch cubes, stale (or dried in a 200-degree warm oven)
1 dense store-bought loaf light rye bread, torn or cut into 1-inch cubes, stale
1 lb. thick-cut bacon, chopped and browned, fat reserved
8 eggs, lightly beaten
2 large onions, chopped
8 cloves garlic (or more to taste), crushed
2 tbsp. rosemary
1 tbsp. thyme leaves
1 lb. toasted pecans
2 quarts rich chicken or turkey stock (more or less depending on your preference for dry or wet stuffing)
1 cup bourbon

Steps:

  • Saute onions, garlic, and rosemary in 4 tablespoons of the reserved bacon fat until golden and soft.
  • In a huge bowl (or the nearest thing you've got--I use the turkey roaster), combine bread cubes, eggs, and remaining bacon fat. Then add onion/garlic mixture, the thyme, and pecans.
  • Combine the bourbon and chicken stock; starting with 1 quart, add enough stock to produce the consistency YOU recognize as "stuffing."
  • When combined, stuff bird or place in separate large baking dish(es).
  • Bake at 350 for at least 45 minutes--longer if you prefer a dark crust on your stuffing.
  • Serves 12 or more as part of a Thanksgiving feast.

TURKEY WITH RYE DRESSING



Turkey With Rye Dressing image

My husband created the recipe for this tempting turkey and delectable dressing. It's a feast that seems like Thanksgiving whenever we enjoy it. He gets lots of recipe requests for this memorable main dish. --Joan Vernon, Riverton Utah

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 4h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound day-old light rye bread, cubed
8 ounces day-old dark rye bread, cubed
1 ½ cups chopped onion
2 large cooking apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup chopped celery
4 garlic clove (blank)s garlic cloves, minced
½ cup butter or margarine
¾ cup chopped salted mixed nuts
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 ½ teaspoons rubbed sage
¾ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 ½ cups chicken broth
1 turkey (12 to 14 pounds)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Toss bread cubes in a large bowl. In a skillet, saute onion, apples, celery and garlic in butter until apples and vegetables are tender; add to bread. Add nuts, seasonings and enough broth to moisten. Just before baking, stuff the turkey. Skewer openings; tie drumsticks together. Place on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush with some of the oil. Cover lightly with a tent of foil. Bake at 325 degrees F for 4-1/2 to 5 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 185 degrees F, brushing with oil occasionally. Remove all stuffing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1364.7 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 434.5 mg, Fat 69.3 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 131.3 g, SaturatedFat 21.2 g, Sodium 1809 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

TURKEY SALAD ON RYE



Turkey salad on rye image

Open sandwiches mean you use less bread, but can pile on plenty of topping, in this case Coronation-spiced lean turkey with crisp salad

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Lunch, Snack

Time 8m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 very thin slices rye bread (about 75g)
3 small tomatoes , sliced
12 cucumber slices
100g thinly sliced turkey breast (look for carved turkey rather than pre-formed slices)
6 Little Gem lettuce leaves, shredded
1 tbsp light mayonnaise
3 tbsp 0% bio-yogurt
½ tsp Madras curry powder
1 tbsp raisin
2 spring onions , finely chopped

Steps:

  • Mix the dressing ingredients and spread a little on each slice of bread. Pile on the tomato, cucumber and turkey slices, and the lettuce. Top with any remaining dressing. Best eaten the same day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 35 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 19 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 24 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

RYE BREAD STUFFING



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The original version of this recipe comes from the Dec/Jan 1997 issue of Taste Of Home magazine. I have since added the sage flavored sausage, and will either skip the mixed nuts or add only pecans. I get wonderful compliments on this stuffing every time i serve it, and the best compliments are when i'm asked to share the recipe or bring the stuffing to the next holiday. Be sure to use 3/4 light rye to 1/4 dark rye, or substitute all light rye, so the rye doesn't overpower. In this combination the flavor is not too strong, just enough that friends and family recognize it as something extra special you've done with your dressing. We've also been successful making this recipe gluten free by using gluten free white bread, broth and the regular flavor of Jimmy Dean Sausage.

Provided by Tinkerbell

Categories     Pork

Time 1h40m

Yield 11 cups of stuffing, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb day-old light rye bread, cubed
1/2 lb day-old dark rye bread, cubed
1 lb sage flavored sausage, Jimmy Dean brand recommended
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
2 large cooking apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
3/4 cup salted mixed nuts, chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage
3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 -3 1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Toss bread cubes in a large bowl.
  • In a skillet, cook and crumble sausage just until cooked thru.
  • Remove to paper towels to drain.
  • To same skillet, add onion, apples, celery, garlic and butter.
  • Saute until apples and vegetables are tender.
  • Add both the onion mixture and sausage to bread.
  • Add nuts (if desired), seasonings and enough broth to moisten.
  • Cover and refrigerate til ready to bake.
  • Stuff turkey just before baking.
  • Bake any additional stuffing separately in a greased 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Or bake all stuffing separately in a greased 13x9x2 baking dish.
  • To bake stuffing separately, place in greased dish, cover and bake at 325 degrees for one hour; uncover and bake for 10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.1, Fat 25.1, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 50.7, Sodium 1632.8, Carbohydrate 43.7, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 8.5, Protein 13.4

BRINED AND ROASTED TURKEY WITH RYE BREAD STUFFING LOGS



Brined and Roasted Turkey With Rye Bread Stuffing Logs image

A little trial and error resulted in this lovely recipe that is fairly easy to prepare and was a huge hit this year at my holiday party. Brining makes the turkey taste lightly salty and very tender and is relatively easy to do with the right tools. I used the following guide: http://whatscookingamerica.net/Poultry/BriningPoultry.html and added in 4 oranges, salt, and an entire box of brown sugar. The rest of the recipe is as follows:

Provided by Irishgal523

Categories     Winter

Time P1DT4h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 turkey, 12-20 lbs, brined for a minimum of 12 hours
1 lb light rye bread, day old, cubed
1 lb dark rye bread, day old, cubed
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups diced onions
2 large cooking apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
3 garlic cloves
3/4 cup salted mixed nuts
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons oil, divided
1 lb thick cut bacon
1 (12 ounce) bottle beer or 1 (12 ounce) bottle ale
1 (16 ounce) bottle syrup or 1 (16 ounce) bottle honey

Steps:

  • Remove turkey from brine. Rinse, and set aside in roasting pan. Preheat oven to 400. Place bread cubes in large bowl and set aside.
  • Heat butter in skillet and saute onion, apples, celery, and garlic until tender. Transfer to bowl with bread cubes. Add nuts, all seasonings, and enough broth to moisten. Mix well.
  • Brush turkey with 1 tsp oil. Stuff turkey with half of stuffing. Pour beer over top and baste with syrup or honey. Cover turkey in foil and place on lowest oven rack. Baste with honey or syrup every half hour or so. Bake 4 hours, or until meat thermometer indicates 180-190 degrees.
  • Take a large sheet of foil and butter or spray with pam. Lay strips of bacon two across with ends overlapping. Spread remaining stuffing over bacon, leaving approximately half an inch of exposed bacon at each end. Using foil to help, roll into stuffing log, place in baking dish, and place in refrigerator.
  • During last hour of turkey cooking, remove log from refrigerator and remove foil, set aside to use as cover. Cook log for 30 mins covered in foil, then roll the log so underside of bacon is exposed. Cook for 30 more minutes Finally, remove foil covering and cook for ten mins, assuring bacon crispness. (Cooking the stuffing log can also be done after turkey is removed and other dishes are cooking).
  • Pour broth from roasting pan into pot and drain with gravy strainer. Boil and add flour in small increments until desired thickness is reached.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 970.7, Fat 51.4, SaturatedFat 18, Cholesterol 69.1, Sodium 2223.2, Carbohydrate 107, Fiber 10.5, Sugar 31, Protein 20.7

RYE BREAD STUFFING



Rye Bread Stuffing image

Provided by Ian Knauer

Categories     Bread     Garlic     Side     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Dinner     Stuffing/Dressing     Apple     Caraway     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (1-pound) unsliced loaf rye bread, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 stick unsalted butter, divided
3 cups chopped celery
2 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
5 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 cups chicken stock or reduced-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F with racks in upper and lower thirds.
  • Toast bread chunks in two 4-sided sheet pans in oven until lightly browned, about 15 minutes, then transfer to a large bowl. Leave oven on.
  • Meanwhile, cook caraway seeds in 6 tablespoons butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add celery, apples, onion, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and sauté until vegetables are softened and starting to brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Add stock, scraping up any brown bits. Add mixture to bread cubes, tossing to coat.
  • Transfer to a 3-quart baking dish and dot with remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Bake, uncovered, in upper third of oven until stuffing is crisp on top, about 45 minutes.
  • What to drink:
  • Josmeyer Les Folastries Gewürztraminer '05

TURKEY, EMMENTHALER, AND RUSSIAN DRESSING ON RYE



Turkey, Emmenthaler, and Russian Dressing on Rye image

This is a real deli-lovers sandwich, topped with Emmenthaler, which is a good sharp Swiss cheese. You'll have enough Russian dressing for six sandwiches; you can keep the extra for a week in the refrigerator.

Yield serves 1

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons grated onion
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 ounces thinly sliced turkey breast
2 thin slices Emmenthaler cheese
1 romaine lettuce leaf
2 slices good rye bread

Steps:

  • Make the Russian dressing: Heat the sugar and 1 teaspoon of water in a saucepan over low heat until the sugar is dissolved. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
  • Stir in the ketchup, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, paprika, celery seed, Worcestershire sauce, and onion. Gradually whisk in the vegetable oil until all the ingredients are incorporated. Taste, and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Make the sandwich: Layer the turkey, Emmenthaler cheese, romaine, and 2 tablespoons of the Russian dressing on 1 slice of bread. Top with the other slice of bread.
  • Cut the sandwich in half, and serve.

Tips:

  • To ensure your turkey is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the breast and 175°F (80°C) in the thigh.
  • For a crispy turkey skin, pat the turkey dry before roasting and brush it with melted butter or oil. You can also sprinkle it with salt and pepper.
  • To prevent the turkey from drying out, baste it with the pan drippings every 30 minutes or so.
  • If you're using a stuffing, make sure it is cooked through before stuffing the turkey. The stuffing should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Let the turkey rest for at least 15 minutes before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.
  • When making the rye dressing, use stale rye bread for the best flavor and texture. You can toast the bread cubes before adding them to the dressing for extra crunch.
  • If you don't have any celery or onion on hand, you can use leeks or shallots instead.
  • For a richer flavor, use chicken broth or stock instead of water in the dressing.
  • If you want a vegetarian dressing, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Conclusion:

Turkey with rye dressing is a classic holiday dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. With its crispy skin, tender meat, and flavorful stuffing, this dish is a true feast. Follow these tips to make sure your turkey and dressing turn out perfectly.

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