HONEY-GLAZED TURKEY

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Even during the holidays, my husband wouldn't eat turkey...until I tried this recipe. Now, he loves it! The sweet and spicy turkey glaze gives the bird a wonderful flavor. -Mary Smolka, Spring Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h10m

Yield 20 servings (8 cups stuffing).

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)
GLAZE:
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
STUFFING:
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 cups chopped onion
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
12 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes or dry bread cubes
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups boiling water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Place turkey on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, breast side up. Tuck wings under turkey; tie drumsticks together. Bake for 2 hours., In a small bowl, mix glaze ingredients; brush over turkey. Bake 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours longer or until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°. Baste occasionally with pan drippings. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.), For stuffing, in a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir until tender. Add stuffing cubes and seasonings; toss to combine. Stir in enough boiling water to reach desired moistness; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, covered, for 1 hour. Uncover and bake until lightly browned, 10-15 minutes longer., Remove turkey from oven; cover loosely with foil and let stand 15 minutes before carving. If desired, skim fat and thicken pan drippings for gravy. Serve with turkey and stuffing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 794mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 51g protein.

Rahim Rashid
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Irene Mercado
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion.


Narayan pradhan
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The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was delicious.


nm Legend
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


Ali Kallas
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever had. The glaze is perfect and the turkey is so moist.


Mihael Stojakovic
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out amazing. It was so moist and flavorful.


Rana islam
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again for next Thanksgiving.


Craig Goynes
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I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is my favorite. The honey glaze is the perfect touch.


Sami Ullah kakar
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This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. The glaze is amazing and the turkey is so moist.


Ahmed Pranto
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The turkey is always cooked to perfection and the glaze is delicious.


Atiq Ahmad
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever had. The glaze is perfect and the turkey is so moist.


Subhhan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out amazing. It was so moist and flavorful.


Kayne Chapman
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again for next Thanksgiving.


Khani Khani
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I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The honey glaze is to die for.


Blessing Aryee
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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 glaze was absolutely delicious.


Timzkid Valentino
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This was my first time making a turkey and I'm so glad I used this recipe. It was so easy to follow and the turkey turned out perfectly.


Mesu Tme
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The glaze is especially delicious.


Jakub
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Ahmed Nayeem
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I made this recipe for Thanksgiving and it was a hit! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect balance of sweet and savory.