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thanksgiving dinner plate

Thanksgiving Dinner Plate: 7 Reasons to Cherish It


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A traditional Thanksgiving dinner plate featuring turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole turkey (12 lbs)
  • 2 cups bread stuffing
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 2 cups green beans
  • 1 cup gravy
  • 1 pumpkin pie

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Prepare the turkey by cleaning and seasoning it.
  3. Stuff the turkey with bread stuffing.
  4. Roast the turkey for about 3 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. While the turkey roasts, boil potatoes until tender and mash with butter and milk.
  6. Steam green beans until bright green.
  7. Heat cranberry sauce and prepare gravy.
  8. Once the turkey is done, let it rest before carving.
  9. Plate the turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce.
  10. Serve with pumpkin pie for dessert.

Notes

  • Turkey can be brined overnight for extra flavor.
  • Use homemade gravy for a richer taste.
  • Vegetable sides can be adjusted based on preference.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 800
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 90g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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