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dinner thanksgiving

Dinner Thanksgiving: 7 Essential Tips for a Heartfelt Feast


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A traditional Thanksgiving dinner recipe.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 turkey (12-14 lbs)
  • 4 cups stuffing
  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 5 lbs mashed potatoes
  • 3 cups green beans
  • 1 cup gravy
  • 1 pumpkin pie

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Prepare the turkey by removing the giblets and rinsing it.
  3. Stuff the turkey with the stuffing.
  4. Brush the turkey with melted butter.
  5. Place the turkey in a roasting pan and cover with foil.
  6. Roast for 3-4 hours, basting occasionally.
  7. Cook the mashed potatoes and green beans separately.
  8. Heat the gravy and serve with the turkey.
  9. Serve cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie for dessert.

Notes

  • Let the turkey rest before carving.
  • Adjust cooking time based on turkey weight.
  • Use leftover turkey for sandwiches.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 800
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 45g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 50g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: Thanksgiving dinner, turkey, stuffing, family meal