Description
A guide to creating a memorable Christmas feast with essential ingredients, preparation steps, and serving suggestions.
Ingredients
- Roasted turkey: 1 whole turkey (12-14 lbs)
- Stuffing: 1 box (or homemade, about 12 cups)
- Cranberry sauce: 1 can (or homemade, about 2 cups)
- Mashed potatoes: 4 lbs (about 1.8 kg) potatoes, peeled and cubed
- Green beans: 1 lb (about 450 g), trimmed
- Cream of mushroom soup: 1 can (10.5 oz) for green bean casserole
- French fried onions: 1 cup for green bean casserole
- Pumpkin pie: 1 (store-bought or homemade)
- Eggnog: 1 quart (about 1 liter)
Instructions
- Plan your menu, considering family favorites and dietary restrictions.
- Gather fresh ingredients based on your menu.
- Prepare the main dishes, starting with the turkey.
- Create side dishes, including mashed potatoes and green bean casserole.
- Bake desserts, such as pumpkin pie, and allow time for cooling.
- Set the table to create a festive atmosphere.
- Pair drinks with your meal, including wine and non-alcoholic options.
- Engage guests with fun activities during the feast.
Notes
- Brine the turkey overnight for extra flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the turkey’s internal temperature.
- Let the turkey rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
- Consider adding seasonal vegetables for variety.
- Engage guests with activities like holiday trivia or cookie decorating.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 800
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Christmas, Feast, Holiday, Recipes, Turkey, Dinner