TURKEY WITH CHERRY STUFFING

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This moist stuffing, with its fruity blend of raisins and tart cherries, is a sweet twist on a traditional version. It's a tasty complement to tender poultry slices. Be prepared to dish up second helpings when you serve this bird.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 10-12 servings (6 cups stuffing).

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
5 cups seasoned stuffing cubes
3/4 cup golden raisins
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) pitted tart cherries, drained
1 turkey (10 to 12 pounds)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Stir in thyme and poultry seasoning. In a large bowl, combine stuffing, raisins and celery mixture. Add broth and cherries; toss to mix., Loosely stuff turkey just before baking. Skewer openings; tie drumsticks together. Place the turkey, breast side up, on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush with oil. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 4 to 4-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 180° for the turkey and 165° for the stuffing. Baste occasionally with pan drippings. Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly. , Cover and let stand for 20 minutes before removing the stuffing and carving the turkey. If desired, thicken pan drippings for gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 58g protein.

Clapmychickentendous
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This turkey recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey and stuffing.


Jewul Islam
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a festive and delicious holiday meal.


TakIn Allfades
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I will definitely be making this again.


Brandon Wagner
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The stuffing was delicious.


Badhon Das
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The turkey was moist and flavorful.


Joy Chukwu
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried.


Karno Jith
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I highly recommend this recipe!


Shenika Seagraves
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This recipe is a keeper!


Jecari Luna
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit!


Syed Zafar Hussain
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This turkey recipe is the best! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Sisindise Florence Abrahams Muzwanaheni
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I made this recipe for my family's Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the turkey and the stuffing. I will definitely be making this again next year.


sajjad solangi
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This was my first time making a turkey, and I was so glad I chose this recipe. It was easy to follow and the turkey turned out amazing! The stuffing was especially delicious.


Lee Hendry
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. The turkey is always moist and juicy, and the stuffing is flavorful and moist. I highly recommend this recipe!


Faizan Manzoor
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This turkey recipe is a keeper! The cherry stuffing is a unique and delicious twist on the classic Thanksgiving dish. I will definitely be making this again next year.


Jeffrey Mullen I Am The Walrus
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I made this recipe for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a festive and delicious holiday meal.


Kyle Fox
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried! The cherry stuffing was a huge hit with my family and friends. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.