TURKEY WITH CHESTNUT STUFFING
With delicious chopped chestnuts in the savory stuffing, this golden roasted bird is a special Thanksgiving treat. It's a "must" on the menu at the annual holiday meal my family shares with dear friends.-Ardis Rollefson, Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h40m
Yield 18 servings (9-10 cups stuffing).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, bring 2 qts. of water to a boil. Cut an "X" in each chestnut; drop into boiling water. Return to a boil; cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; peel outer shell and inner skin. Coarsely chop chestnuts; set aside., In a small skillet, saute celery and onions in butter until tender. Transfer to a large bowl; add sausage, stuffing and chestnuts. Add broth and water; toss to mix., Loosely stuff turkey just before roasting. Skewer openings; tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush with oil. Roast, uncovered, at 325° for 4-1/4 to 4-3/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 180° for turkey and 165° for stuffing, basting occasionally. 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 787 calories, Fat 37g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 268mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 78g protein.
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Birendra Thapa
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was the best I've ever had. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Vicky Keen
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my turkey was a complete disaster. It was dry and tough, and the stuffing was burnt. I'm not sure if I'll ever try this recipe again.
MR DEVIL 1KBUT
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too challenging for me. I'm a beginner cook, and I found the instructions to be a bit confusing. The turkey came out a bit dry, and the stuffing was bland.
Doffke 77
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my turkey was a bit dry. I think I might have overcooked it. The chestnut stuffing was delicious, though.
Tshegofatso Kanaomang
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The turkey came out perfectly cooked, and the stuffing was flavorful and moist. I'll definitely be making this again for special occasions.
Mrashid
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the chestnut stuffing, but I'm so glad I tried it! It was a great complement to the turkey, and it added a nice nutty flavor. The turkey itself was also cooked perfectly.
Isha Hamza
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was juicy and flavorful, and the chestnut stuffing was a delicious twist on the traditional bread stuffing. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Melanie Wolfe
[email protected]I've tried several turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The chestnut stuffing is a game-changer, and the turkey is always juicy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!
CANDI Boni
[email protected]This was my first time cooking a turkey, and I was nervous, but this recipe made it easy. The turkey was cooked to perfection, and the stuffing was flavorful and moist. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.
Fiona Allen
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and the turkey turned out perfectly. The chestnut stuffing was a bit dry for my taste, but that's easily fixed by adding more butter or broth. Overall, I'm very happy with this recipe.
onuoha peter
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more challenging than I expected, but it was worth the effort. The turkey came out moist and tender, and the chestnut stuffing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again for special occasions.
Donald Butler
[email protected]I've made this turkey with chestnut stuffing recipe twice now, and it's become my go-to for holiday dinners. The chestnut stuffing is a nice change from the traditional bread stuffing, and it really complements the turkey. I highly recommend this rec
Ms tiece
[email protected]This turkey with chestnut stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The stuffing was moist and flavorful, and the turkey was perfectly cooked. It was easy to follow the recipe, and I will definitely be making it again.