Light Turkey With Leek Onion Stuffing Recipe

Name: Light Turkey With Leek Onion Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vegetable cooking spray; 1 tablespoon reduced-calorie margarine; 4 cups coarsely chopped leeks; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 teaspoon dried whole thyme; 1 3/4 cups canned no-salt-added chicken broth, undiluted and divided; 2 (6-ounce) packages plain croutons; 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon grated orange rind; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 (10-pound) turkey; 1 tablespoon reduced-calorie margarine, melted

Servings: persons

Vegetable cooking spray
1 tablespoon reduced-calorie margarine
4 cups coarsely chopped leeks
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon dried whole thyme
1 3/4 cups canned no-salt-added chicken broth, undiluted and divided
2 (6-ounce) packages plain croutons
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated orange rind
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 (10-pound) turkey
1 tablespoon reduced-calorie margarine, melted

1
Coat a nonstick skillet with cooking spray; add 1 tablespoon margarine. Place over medium heat until margarine melts. Add leeks, onion, thyme, and 1/2 cup broth. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until vegetables are tender. Uncover and cook over high heat until liquid evaporates. Transfer leek mixture to a bowl; add croutons and next 3 ingredients. Add 1 1/4 cups broth; cover and chill.
2
Remove giblets and neck from turkey. Rinse turkey under cold water; pat dry. Pack about 7 cups leek mixture into cavity of turkey. Tuck legs under flap of skin around tail, or close cavity with skewers, and truss. Tie ends of legs to tail with cord. Lift wingtips up and over back; tuck under turkey.
3
Coat turkey with cooking spray; place, breast side up, on a rack in a roasting pan coated with cooking spray. Insert meat thermometer in meaty part of thigh. Cover with heavy-duty aluminum foil; bake at 325u00b0 for 2 hours. Uncover and baste with melted margarine. Bake 2 hours or until meat thermometer registers 180u00b0.
4
Spoon remaining leek mixture into a 1-quart casserole coated with cooking spray. Bake at 325u00b0 for 25 minutes. Serve with skinned turkey slices.

255

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Vegetable cooking spray, 1 tablespoon reduced-calorie margarine, 4 cups coarsely chopped leeks, 1 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Light Turkey With Leek Onion Stuffing 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.

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Light Turkey With Leek Onion Stuffing

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Variations & substitutions

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