ROASTED FREE-RANGE TURKEY WITH PEAR AND CHESTNUT STUFFING
The Oven-Roasted Chestnuts are key to this stuffing and add a unique nuttiness that practically screams "fall."
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Turkey Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. To make the stuffing, in a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add celery and onions; cook, stirring, until translucent, about 10 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons thyme, and sage, parsley, chestnuts, and bread. Add stock, 1/2 cup at a time, until bread becomes moist. Stir in pears; remove from heat.
- Place remaining 1 stick butter, remaining 2 tablespoons thyme, and 1 teaspoon salt in food processor. Pulse until well combined; set aside.
- Wash turkey, and pat dry. Place, breast side up, on a roasting rack set in a large roasting pan. Season turkey cavity with remaining 2 teaspoons salt. Fill cavity loosely with stuffing. Tie legs together with kitchen string. Fold neck flap over; secure with skewers. Rub thyme-butter mixture all over turkey.
- Roast for 2 1/2 hours, basting often. Continue baking 30 to 45 minutes more, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 180 degrees. If turkey becomes too brown, tent it with aluminum foil. Let cool for 20 to 30 minutes before carving.
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Joe Stoty
[email protected]The turkey was a bit dry, but the gravy helped to moisten it up.
Paul Hobe
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was so juicy and flavorful, and the stuffing was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again.
Grace Godwin
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was perfectly complemented the turkey. I will definitely be making this again.
Bervan Zibondo
[email protected]The turkey was a bit dry, but the gravy helped to moisten it up.
Rican Pride
[email protected]This was my first time cooking a turkey and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the turkey was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.
jo
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always been a hit. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the stuffing is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Jasmin Yasinsen
[email protected]The turkey was ok, but the stuffing was awful.
Optifold Team
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out terrible. It was dry and tasteless.
Emily Lock
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster. The turkey was dry and the stuffing was bland. I will not be making this again.
Chukwuma Precious
[email protected]The turkey was a bit dry, but the gravy helped to moisten it up.
Shajib Ali
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was so juicy and flavorful, and the stuffing was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again.
Seidu Evans
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was perfectly complemented the turkey. I will definitely be making this again.
Tonya Cornelius
[email protected]The turkey was a bit overcooked, but the stuffing was still good.
Richard Anderson
[email protected]This was my first time cooking a turkey and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the turkey was perfectly cooked. The stuffing was also delicious.
MD SHARIF HOSSEN
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the stuffing is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.
Emmanuel Rugoeza
[email protected]The turkey was a bit dry, but the stuffing was amazing.
CNCOwner
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out perfect! It was so flavorful and moist. The stuffing was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Tanisa Akter
[email protected]This turkey recipe was a hit with my family! The pear and chestnut stuffing added a unique and delicious flavor to the bird. The meat was moist and juicy, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I will definitely be making this recipe again for Tha