Best 8 Turkey With Apple Stuffing Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing turkey with apple stuffing, a dish that harmoniously blends traditional flavors with a modern twist. This centerpiece is perfect for gatherings, exuding warmth and comfort. The succulent turkey, meticulously roasted to perfection, boasts a crispy golden-brown skin and tender, juicy meat that melts in your mouth. Inside, a delightful symphony of flavors awaits – a savory stuffing made from aromatic apples, herbs, and spices, complemented by a rich gravy that elevates the dish to new heights. For a vegetarian alternative, we offer a flavorful stuffed portobello mushroom recipe, a meatless marvel packed with umami flavors. And to satisfy your sweet cravings, indulge in our delectable apple crisp, a classic dessert that combines the tartness of apples with a crispy oat topping. Prepare to delight your taste buds and captivate your guests with our curated collection of turkey and apple-centric recipes.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY WITH APPLE STUFFING



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The accompanying foolproof gravy recipe is one I created in an attempt to copy my mom's own rich gravy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h5m

Yield 15-18 servings (12 cups stuffing and 3 cups gravy).

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 cups chopped peeled tart apples
3 cups sliced almonds
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
1/2 cup butter
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
12 cups cubed whole wheat bread
2 cups raisins
1 cup apple cider or juice
1/2 cup egg substitute
1 turkey (15 to 20 pounds)
1-1/2 cups water
GRAVY:
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute apples, almonds, onion and celery in butter for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in salt, cinnamon and poultry seasoning. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, raisins and apple mixture. Add cider and egg substitute; toss to mix., Just before baking, loosely stuff turkey with half of the stuffing. Place remaining stuffing in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; refrigerate until ready to bake. Skewer turkey opening; tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour water into pan., Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 4-1/2 to 5 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.), Bake additional stuffing, covered, for 30-40 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Cover turkey and let stand for 20 minutes before removing stuffing and carving., For gravy, pour pan drippings into a 4-cup measuring cup; skim off fat. Add enough water to measure 4 cups. Pour into a saucepan. Stir in bouillon, poultry seasoning and pepper. Bring to a boil. In a bowl, combine flour and milk until smooth; whisk into boiling broth. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Serve with turkey and stuffing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 740 calories, Fat 35g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 220mg cholesterol, Sodium 715mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 68g protein.

APPLE-RAISIN TURKEY STUFFING



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Fruity stuffing that gives poultry a completely different flavor. A family tradition, handed down from our German ancestors. Just stuff your bird and wait to enjoy.

Provided by Linda Falls Merrell

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Apple Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 apples - peeled, cored, and chopped
2 cups water, or to taste
1 (15 ounce) package raisins
1 (14 ounce) package unseasoned dry bread stuffing mix
1 cup white sugar, or to taste
4 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix apples, water, raisins, stuffing mix, sugar, eggs, and cinnamon together in a large bowl. Stir more water into the apple mixture to get to your desired level of moistness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.7 calories, Carbohydrate 82.5 g, Cholesterol 62.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 554 mg, Sugar 49.8 g

EASY ROAST TURKEY WITH APPLE STUFFING



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This is a wonderful recipe I adapted from Julia Aitkin's Easy Entertaining. It gives a nice moist meat with the juices cooking into the upside down breast.

Provided by Kate in Ontario

Categories     Whole Turkey

Time 4h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

14 lbs turkey
1 onion, quartered
1 apple, unpeeled quartered
1 lemon, halved
salt and pepper
6 slices bacon
turkey broth (Giblet)
3 cups water
turkey neck
turkey giblets
1 onion, quartered
2 sun-dried tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried mushroom, any variety
1 teaspoon peppercorn
6 slices bacon
1 onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
8 slices stale bread, cubed
1 apple, peeled cored and chopped
2/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 egg, beaten
savory
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325.
  • Place onion, apple and half lemon in turkey cavity- reserve other half of lemon-put some of it in neck cavity if desired Place turkey breast side down on oiled rack in roasting pan.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Roast uncovered for 2 hours, basting with pan juices occasionally.
  • Wearing clean oven mitts or my preference disposable latex gloves, turn turkey breast side up Squeeze remaining lemon half over turkey breast and cover with bacon.
  • Roast basting occasionally about another 2 hours or until done with meat thermometer Giblet stock.
  • While turkey roasts place all ingredients in medium saucepan.
  • Bring to boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour partly covered.
  • Strain and add liquid to gravy.
  • Apple Stuffing.
  • Cook bacon in skillet, until crisp and set aside.
  • Add onion, celery and garlic to skillet and cook until soft-set aside.
  • In large bowl, combine, bacon, onion, celery, garlic and lemon juice.
  • Add bread cubes, apple, egg, parsley and spices.
  • Spoon into greased baking dish.
  • Cover with foil and cook in oven along with turkey for 30 minutes.
  • Stir, add some juices from turkey and cook uncovered until golden brown.

APPLE-STUFFED TURKEY



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This simple recipe takes the headache out of holiday baking. There are only three ingredients, and no basting or constant checking is required.

Provided by meezermex

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Whole Turkey Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 pound) whole turkey - thawed, neck and giblets removed
¼ cup vegetable oil, or as needed
5 apples, cored and quartered
5 pounds whole unpeeled apples

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • If necessary, unbind legs of turkey. Rinse and dry turkey with paper towels. Place turkey into a roasting pan with a lid, and rub the oil all over the turkey, inside and out. Stuff the body and neck cavities of the turkey with the apple quarters; arrange whole apples around the turkey in the roasting pan. Scatter any extra apple quarters into the pan. Cover the roasting pan.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until the skin is browned and the meat is beginning to separate from the legs, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Remove lid in last 20 minutes of roasting if needed to brown skin. Use pan drippings for gravy, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 211.6 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 73 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 177.4 mg, Sugar 20.5 g

TURKEY APPLE STUFFING



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Complementing your golden bird, the well-seasoned bread stuffing is sparked by a festive sweetness from apples and raisins. It's a staple on our holiday menu. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup butter, cubed
9 cups day-old cubed whole wheat bread
3 cups finely chopped apples
3/4 cup raisins
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)
Additional butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; stir in the bread cubes, apples, raisins, salt, thyme, sage and pepper. , Just before baking, loosely stuff turkey with 4 cups stuffing. Place remaining stuffing in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; refrigerate until ready to bake. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush with melted butter. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 3-3/4 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.), Bake additional stuffing, covered, for 20-30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until browned. Cover turkey and let stand for 20 minutes before removing stuffing and carving turkey. If desired, thicken pan drippings for gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 839 calories, Fat 41g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 317mg cholesterol, Sodium 774mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 88g protein.

ROASTED TURKEY WITH SAUSAGE APPLE STUFFING



Roasted Turkey with Sausage Apple Stuffing image

Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 29

Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, quartered
1 large celery rib, cut into thirds
3/4 cup dry white wine
6 cups canned low-sodium chicken broth or water
2 canned plum tomatoes, halved and seeded
3 parsley sprigs
2 thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup plus
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons port or Madeira (optional)
Sausage Apple Stuffing (recipe follows)
4 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 celery ribs, finely chopped
3 medium onions, finely chopped
1 1/2 pounds sweet Italian sausage, removed from the casings and crumbled
6 cups cubed (1 inch) day-old Italian bread (about 1 large loaf)
36 pitted prunes, coarsely chopped (about 10 ounces)
3 medium Golden Delicious or Granny Smith apples--peeled, cored and coarsely chopped
1/3 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped sage
11/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups reserved turkey stock

Steps:

  • Make sure the turkey is at room temperature when it goes into the oven; otherwise it will take longer to roast Preheat the oven to 475 degrees. Rinse the turkey inside and out and pat dry. Season the cavity with salt and pepper and set the bird on a rack in a roasting pan large enough to let air circulate all around. Rub the softened butter over the breast and legs and season with salt and pepper. Roast the turkey in the top third of the oven for about 30 minutes, or until beginning to brown. Reduce the oven temperature to 375 degrees, cover the turkey loosely with foil and continue roasting, basting often, for about 1 1/2 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 175 degrees. Transfer the turkey to a serving platter, cover again with foil, and let stand for at least 20 minutes before carving.
  • Meanwhile, cut the turkey neck and gizzard in half. Heat the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan and add the neck, gizzard, heart and wing tips. Cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 7 minutes. Stir in the onion and celery and cook until golden. Add the wine and boil until reduced by half, about 7 minutes. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in the tomatoes, parsley, thyme and bay leaf and cook over very low heat until reduced to 3 1/2 cups, about 1 hour. Strain the turkey stock into a bowl; reserve 1 1/2 cups for the stuffing.
  • 3. In a small bowl, mix the water with the flour until smooth. Remove the rack from the roasting pan and spoon off the fat. Set the pan over 2 burners on high heat. Add the remaining 2 cups of turkey stock and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the roasting pan. Whisk in the flour paste and cook until the gravy thickens, then add the port. Strain the gravy into a sauceboat. Carve the turkey and serve with the gravy and Sausage Apple Stuffing.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees and generously butter 2 medium baking dishes that are at least 2 inches deep. Melt the butter in a large skillet. Add the celery and onions and cook over moderate heat until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the sausage and cook, stirring, just until it loses its pink color, about 7 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes with the prunes, apples, parsley and sage. Add the sausage mixture and season with the salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add the eggs and reserved turkey stock and mix well. Divide the stuffing between the prepared baking dishes. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for about 10 minutes longer, or until heated through and browned on top. Let cool slightly before serving.

DRIED CRANBERRY AND APPLE TURKEY STUFFING



Dried Cranberry and Apple Turkey Stuffing image

A recipe of my girlfriends, made at her house for a Christmas dinner a few years back...an excellent recipe for a stuffing, that is prepared to cook inside the turkey. Note cooking time depends on how long the turkey is cooked, I imagine that you could bake this outside the turkey also too. This recipe can be doubled if desired.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Apple

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (optional)
4 -5 cups diced bread
2 granny smith apples, peeled, cored and chopped
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 cup chicken stock (more if needed)
1 cup chopped toasted pecans
2 ounces fresh sage, chopped fine
2 ounces fresh thyme, chopped fine (or 1-2 tsp dried, or to taste)
1 cup chopped fresh parsley, to taste (1 cup measured after chopping)
1/2 cup dried cranberries (can use more)
1 eggs or 1 egg white
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a frypan, melt butter, saute onion and garlic until soft (not brown), about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the bread cubes and herbs, stirring to combine.
  • Stir in apples, wine, stock, pecans, cranberries and parsley (if the mixture seems too dry add in just a bit more stock, not too much!).
  • Cool to almost room temperature.
  • Add in egg or egg whites.
  • Season well with salt and lots of pepper.
  • Stuff into the turkey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 584.2, Fat 39.1, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 91.9, Sodium 415.8, Carbohydrate 51.3, Fiber 14.4, Sugar 13.1, Protein 11

CHERRY-GLAZED TURKEY WITH DRIED CHERRY-APPLE STUFFING



Cherry-Glazed Turkey with Dried Cherry-Apple Stuffing image

Complement savory slices of roast turkey with a fruity stuffing and cherry glaze.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 5h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 whole turkey (12 lb), thawed if frozen
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 large onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 package (16 oz) herb-seasoned stuffing mix
2 medium red apples, chopped (2 cups)
1 1/2 cups dried cherries
1 cup chopped pecans
2 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz container)
1/2 cup cherry preserves or jam
1/4 cup ruby port or chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Grease 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with shortening or cooking spray; set aside. Remove and discard neck and giblets from turkey. Rinse turkey inside and out with cold water; pat dry with paper towels. In small bowl, mix sage, salt and pepper; rub into turkey skin.
  • In 8-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. In large bowl, thoroughly mix cooked onion and remaining stuffing ingredients.
  • Turn turkey breast side down. Fill neck cavity lightly with 1 cup of the stuffing (do not pack stuffing because it will expand during roasting). Fasten neck skin of turkey to back with skewer.
  • Turn turkey breast side up. Fold wings across back of turkey so tips are touching. Fill body cavity lightly with 3 cups of the stuffing (do not pack stuffing because it will expand during roasting). Place remaining stuffing in baking dish. Cover with foil; refrigerate until ready to bake. Tuck legs under band of skin at tail (if present), or tie together with heavy string.
  • On rack in shallow roasting pan, place turkey, breast side up. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of inside thigh and does not touch bone.
  • Cover turkey loosely with foil or roaster cover; roast 3 hours. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix glaze ingredients; set aside.
  • Uncover turkey and place foil-covered baking dish with stuffing in oven. Roast 45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes longer, brushing turkey with glaze frequently, until thermometer reads 165°F and drumsticks move easily when lifted or twisted. Thermometer inserted in center of stuffing in turkey should read 165°F. Remove baking dish with stuffing from oven after 40 to 50 minutes of baking time or when thoroughly heated (165°F).
  • Place turkey on warm platter; cover with foil to keep warm. Let stand about 15 minutes for easiest carving. Cover and refrigerate any remaining turkey and stuffing separately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 780, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 51 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1210 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right turkey: A 12-14 pound turkey is a good size for a family of 6-8 people. If you are cooking for a larger group, you can get a bigger turkey.
  • Brine the turkey: Brining the turkey helps to keep it moist and flavorful. You can brine the turkey in a mixture of water, salt, and sugar for 12-24 hours before cooking.
  • Use fresh herbs and spices: Fresh herbs and spices will give your turkey the best flavor. Some good choices include thyme, sage, rosemary, and garlic.
  • Stuff the turkey loosely: Do not pack the stuffing too tightly into the turkey, as this will prevent the heat from circulating properly. Also, do not stuff the turkey until just before you are ready to cook it.
  • Roast the turkey at a high temperature: Roast the turkey at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and continue to roast until the turkey is cooked through.
  • Let the turkey rest before carving: Let the turkey rest for at least 15 minutes before carving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the turkey, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Apple stuffing is a classic Thanksgiving side dish that is loved by many. This recipe for turkey with apple stuffing is a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe that will make a perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving feast. The turkey is brined and roasted to perfection, and the apple stuffing is moist and flavorful. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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