Christmas Turkey Recipe

Name: Christmas Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 to 9-pound) turkey; 2 .2 pounds diced turkey breast; 3 1/2 ounces pine nuts; 3 1/2 ounces dates, finely chopped; 3 1/2 ounces walnuts; 3 1/3 ounces diced cured ham; 7 ounces chestnuts in syrup; 1/2 cup brandy; 1/2 cup sweet wine; 2 eggs; Salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
2
Remove the bones from the turkey opening from the back and set aside while you prepare the stuffing.
3
Ina bowl, combine the diced turkey, pine nuts, dates, walnuts, cured ham, chestnuts, brandy, sweet wine and eggs.
4
Season with salt and pepper.
5
Mix well and stuff the turkey with the mixture.
6
Sew the opening shut with a trussing needle and kitchen string.
7
You can also skewer the opening shut.
8
Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan.
9
Roast for 3 hours or until the internal temperature in the center of the stuffing and in the thickest part of the thigh reaches 180 degrees F. While roasting, baste frequently
10
Cut into slices, spoon the stuffing, and serve.

581

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 to 9-pound) turkey, 2 .2 pounds diced turkey breast, 3 1/2 ounces pine nuts, 3 1/2 ounces dates, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Christmas 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!

Christmas Turkey

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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