Apple-Almond Stuffed Turkey Recipe

Name: Apple-Almond Stuffed Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound bread sliced; 3 medium onions chopped; 3 medium apples tart, chopped; 1 1/2 cups ham fully cooked, diced; 1 cup celery sliced; 1 tablespoon savory dried; 2 teaspoons lemon zest grated; 1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest grated; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds; 1/2 cup butter or margarine; 1 1/2 cups almonds slivered, toasted; 1/2 cup currants dried; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup apple juice; 14 pound turkey

Servings: persons

1 pound bread sliced
3 medium onions chopped
3 medium apples tart, chopped
1 1/2 cups ham fully cooked, diced
1 cup celery sliced
1 tablespoon savory dried
2 teaspoons lemon zest grated
1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest grated
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 1/2 cups almonds slivered, toasted
1/2 cup currants dried
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup apple juice
14 pound turkey

1
Cut bread into 1/2 inch cubes and place in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets.
2
Bake at 225 degrees F for 30 to 40 minutes, tossing occasionally until partially dried.
3
Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute the next 10 ingredients in butter until onions and apple are tender, about 15 minutes.
4
Transfer to a large bowl.
5
Add the bread cubes, almonds, currants, broth and juice; toss well.
6
Just before baking, stuff the turkey.
7
Skewer openings; tie drumsticks together.
8
Place on a rack in a roasting pan.
9
Bake, uncovered at 325 degrees for 4 1/2 to 5 hours or until thermometer reads 185 degrees.
10
When turkey begins to brown, cover lightly with foil and baste if needed.

3842

kcal

Calories

172

Fat

Carbs

507

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound bread sliced, 3 medium onions chopped, 3 medium apples tart, chopped, 1 1/2 cups ham fully cooked, diced, and more.

Yes, Apple-Almond Stuffed Turkey falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple-Almond Stuffed Turkey

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