HERBED TURKEY WITH CITRUS DRESSING

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This tasty turkey recipe is a spin on traditional herb flavors. The citrus hints refresh your taste buds!-Susan Voigt, Plymouth, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 14-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

DRESSING:
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup butter
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
2-1/2 cups boiling water
1 package (14 ounces) seasoned stuffing cubes
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/4 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
TURKEY:
1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)
1-1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
1-1/2 tablespoons dried marjoram
1-1/2 tablespoons dried thyme
1-1/2 tablespoons dried juniper berries, optional
1-1/2 teaspoons whole peppercorns, crushed
1 teaspoon aniseed
1/2 cup butter, softened, divided

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. In a large bowl, dissolve bouillon in boiling water. Stir in the stuffing cubes, carrot, orange juice, zest and the celery mixture., Just before baking, loosely stuff turkey with 4 cups stuffing. Place remaining stuffing in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; refrigerate until ready to bake., Pat turkey dry. Place the salt, marjoram, thyme, juniper berries if desired, peppercorns and aniseed in a small food processor; cover and process until blended., With fingers, carefully loosen skin from the turkey breast; rub half of the butter under the skin. Sprinkle skin with salt mixture. Melt remaining butter; drizzle over turkey. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan., Bake at 325° for 3-3/4 to 4 hours or until a thermometer reads 180° and 165° for the stuffing, basting occasionally with pan drippings. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.), Bake additional stuffing, covered, for 20-30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Cover turkey and let stand for 20 minutes before removing stuffing and carving.

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Josuha Jstar
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I love the combination of herbs and citrus in this recipe. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the dressing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


MachineGun Mike
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This turkey recipe is a great way to use up leftover citrus fruits. The dressing is especially delicious, and it's a great way to add some extra flavor to the turkey.


RJ Friends club Owner by M FARID HOSSEN RJ
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The citrus dressing really made the turkey moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Parves Matubber
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the end result was worth it! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the dressing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again, but I'll simplify the recipe a bit next time.


Xatalyst
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out perfect! The citrus dressing was a nice touch, and it really complemented the turkey. I'll definitely be making this again for my next holiday dinner.


MDmehadi hassan munna
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The citrus dressing really made the turkey moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


MD Shukut Hasan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the dressing was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Monika Laufeyson
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the dressing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


fans yard
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This turkey recipe is perfect for a special occasion dinner. The citrus dressing is a nice touch, and it really makes the turkey shine. I'll definitely be making this again.


Salik Hussain
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I love the combination of herbs and citrus in this recipe. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the dressing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Fatema Jannat HIrA
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This turkey recipe is a great way to use up leftover citrus fruits. The dressing is especially delicious, and it's a great way to add some extra flavor to the turkey.


Ra quel
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The citrus dressing really made the turkey moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Akas Akas
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the end result was worth it! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the dressing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again, but I'll simplify the recipe a bit next time.


Campbell Newham
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out perfect! The citrus dressing was a nice touch, and it really complemented the turkey. I'll definitely be making this again for my next holiday dinner.


Mpho_M Mariri
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This turkey recipe is a keeper! The herbs and citrus give the turkey a wonderful flavor, and the dressing is moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Gio Vazquez
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I made this recipe for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the dressing was delicious. I especially loved the citrus notes in the dressing. I'll definitely be making this recipe again.


Gopal Limbu
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The turkey was a bit dry, but the citrus dressing saved the day! It was so flavorful and moist, and it really complemented the turkey. I'll definitely be making this dressing again, even if I don't make the turkey.


unicorn weirdo
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I've made this turkey recipe twice now, and it's quickly become a family favorite. The citrus dressing is especially delicious - it's the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I highly recommend trying this recipe!


Abdulla Hassan
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This herb-infused turkey with citrus dressing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the dressing was a perfect complement. The citrus notes added a refreshing brightness to the dish. Highly recommend!