TURKEY WITH GRANDMA'S STUFFING

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Everyone is ready to dig in when my mom sets this impressive Thanksgiving favorite on the dinner table. The moist turkey, seasoned bread stuffing and flavorful gravy remind her of holiday meals when she was growing up. -Jacinta Ransom, South Haven, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h40m

Yield 8 servings (10 cups stuffing).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 turkey (12 pounds)
4 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 tablespoons butter, divided
10 slices day-old white bread, cubed
10 slices day-old whole wheat bread, cubed
1/2 cup egg substitute
3/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Place giblets in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until tender. Chop giblets; set broth and giblets aside. , In a large skillet, saute celery and onion in 2 tablespoons butter until tender. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, celery mixture, giblets, egg substitute and seasonings. Stir in 1 cup giblet broth., Just before roasting, loosely stuff turkey with 8 cups stuffing. Place remaining stuffing in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; refrigerate until ready to bake. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together with kitchen string. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour 1 cup giblet broth over turkey. Melt remaining butter; brush over turkey. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until a thermometer reads 165° when inserted in center of stuffing and the thigh reaches at least 170°, basting occasionally. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns to quickly.), Bake additional stuffing, covered, for 30-40 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Cover turkey and let stand for 20 minutes before removing stuffing and carving turkey. , Pour pan drippings into a 2-cup measuring cup; skim fat. Add water or remaining giblet broth to measure 2 cups. In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Gradually stir in broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with turkey.

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SAMI SARKER
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This was my first time making turkey and stuffing, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and everything came out perfectly. The turkey was juicy and the stuffing was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Bridget Tetteh
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the stuffing is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Shane Dobiech
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The turkey and stuffing are both amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Nouf Mohammed
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I've been making this recipe for years and it never disappoints. The turkey always comes out perfectly cooked and the stuffing is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Arturs.O
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This was my first time making turkey and stuffing, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and everything came out perfectly. The turkey was juicy and the stuffing was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Abubaker Alkhatwiby
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I made this recipe for Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge hit. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


lil milky94
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This was my first time making turkey and stuffing, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and everything came out perfectly. The turkey was juicy and the stuffing was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Joshua Zlabby
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the stuffing is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Haneef Shah
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The turkey and stuffing are both amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Faraaz Baloch
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I made this recipe for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success. The turkey was cooked to perfection and the stuffing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again next year.


sonu write
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This was my first time making turkey and stuffing, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and everything came out perfectly. The turkey was juicy and the stuffing was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


MD Jahangir Ahmed
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I've been making this recipe for years and it never disappoints. The turkey always comes out perfectly cooked and the stuffing is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


VEEAM RIX . J
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This recipe is a keeper! I made it for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.