SAGE-RUBBED ROAST TURKEY

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A savory sage rub and delicious moist stuffing make this traditional turkey a mouthwatering master piece for dinner. Family and friends can't help but ooh and aah when this show stopping entree with its crispy golden crust is set on the holiday table.-Peggy West, Georgetown, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h

Yield 10-12 servings (8 cups stuffing).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 turkey (13 to 15 pounds)
3 tablespoons butter, softened
4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon paprika
STUFFING:
2 celery rib, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup butter
1 loaf (1 pound) day-old bread, cubed (about 11 cups)
3 teaspoons rubbed sage
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1-1/4 to 1-3/4 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Pat turkey dry. Combine the butter, salt, pepper, sage and paprika; rub over the outside and inside of turkey. In a skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, celery mixture, sage, salt and pepper. Add enough broth to moisten; toss gently. Just before baking, loosely stuff turkey. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan., Bake at 350° for 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until a thermometer reads 180° for the turkey and 165° for the stuffing, basting occasionally with pan drippings. Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes before removing stuffing and caving turkey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 776 calories, Fat 38g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 294mg cholesterol, Sodium 1583mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 82g protein.

Mojib Ullah
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The sage rub was so flavorful and the meat was so juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Vicky Sammuel
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This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. The sage rub is the perfect complement to the moist and tender meat.


Isah Muhammad
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I've never cooked a turkey before, but this recipe made it easy. The turkey was delicious and my family loved it.


DatBoyyy
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This turkey was absolutely amazing! The sage rub was so flavorful and the meat was so tender. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday dinner.


Rizwan Saeed
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the turkey turned out great. I'll definitely be making this again.


Youbaraj Tamang
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This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was delicious and the sage rub was the perfect touch.


Nedhi Thapa
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out perfect! Everyone at my dinner party raved about it.


Md Eiban
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This was the best turkey I've ever had! The sage rub was so flavorful and the meat was so juicy. I will definitely be making this again for Christmas dinner.


Shahid Mahmood
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I've never been a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The sage rub was amazing and the turkey was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mardan Khan
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This turkey was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The sage rub gave it a delicious flavor and the meat was so moist and tender. I will definitely be making this again next year.