Roast Turkey with Pesto-Rice Stuffing – a delicious recipe with rice, pesto, pine nuts, turkey, Olive oil, Bacon. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Meat & Poultry
Servings:persons
1
Toss the rice with the pesto and pine nuts and stuff the bird lightly.
2
Close the vent and truss the bird.
3
Rub well with olive oil.
4
Place the turkey on its side on a rack in a roasting pan.
5
Cover with slices of bacon and roast at 325 for 1 hour.
6
Turn on other side and roast for another hour.
7
Turn the bird on its back and roast with bacon covering the breast and legs until the bird is tender and done.
8
Baste from time to time.
9
This delicious dish is enhanced by a rich cream sauce made with turkey broth.
10
Accompany it with grilled tomatoes, crisp French bread and a lusty red wine a Chateauneuf-du-Pape or Gigondas.
11
Follow with fresh fruit and a good dessert cheese.
1246
kcal
Calories
36
g
Fat
150
g
Carbs
75
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 6 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups cooked rice, 1 cup pesto, 1/2 cup pine nuts, 8- to 10-pound turkey, and more.
Yes, Roast Turkey with Pesto-Rice 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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