Delicious Thanksgiving Turkey with Cornbread Stuffing Recipe

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Delicious Thanksgiving Turkey with Cornbread Stuffing Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
180 mins
Total Time:
200mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 16, 2024

Enjoy a classic Thanksgiving meal with this Turkey with Cornbread Stuffing recipe. The juicy turkey paired with the savory and slightly sweet cornbread stuffing is sure to be a hit at your holiday table. Impress your guests with this flavorful and comforting dish.

Ingredients

  • 12 lb whole turkey
  • 2 cups cornbread, crumbled
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried sage
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, diced onion, diced celery, minced garlic, dried cranberries, parsley, chicken broth, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Remove the giblets from the turkey and rinse the turkey inside and out. Pat dry with paper towels.
  4. Stuff the turkey cavity with the cornbread stuffing mixture. Secure the legs with kitchen twine and tuck the wings under the bird.
  5. Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a roasting pan. Tent loosely with foil.
  6. Roast the turkey for 2.5 to 3 hours, removing the foil in the last 30 minutes to brown the skin.
  7. The turkey is done when a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F.
  8. Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.
  9. Serve the turkey with the cornbread stuffing and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Cornbread stuffing adds a unique Southern twist to traditional Thanksgiving turkey.
  • Leftover turkey and stuffing make delicious sandwiches the next day.
  • Roasting the turkey low and slow ensures a juicy and tender result.