Roast Turkey With Sage Stuffing And Gravy Recipe

Name: Roast Turkey With Sage Stuffing And Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 4 links Italian sweet sausage, pork or turkey (optional); 2 medium onions, chopped (2 cups); 2 stalks celery, chopped (2 cups); 3 cups chicken stock, canned or homemade; 1/2 pound day-old white bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (5 cups); 1/2 pound day-old multigrain bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (5 cups); 1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh sage, or 2 teaspoons dried ground sage; 2 large eggs, whisked; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper; 1 10- to 12-pound fresh turkey, at room temperature; 1/2 cup oil, or 8 tablespoons butter, softened, for the turkey; 1/4 cup flour; 1 turkey-size oven bag (available in supermarkets); 1/4 cup Madeira or port

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
4 links Italian sweet sausage, pork or turkey (optional)
2 medium onions, chopped (2 cups)
2 stalks celery, chopped (2 cups)
3 cups chicken stock, canned or homemade
1/2 pound day-old white bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (5 cups)
1/2 pound day-old multigrain bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (5 cups)
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh sage, or 2 teaspoons dried ground sage
2 large eggs, whisked
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 10- to 12-pound fresh turkey, at room temperature
1/2 cup oil, or 8 tablespoons butter, softened, for the turkey
1/4 cup flour
1 turkey-size oven bag (available in supermarkets)
1/4 cup Madeira or port

1
In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, melt the 4 tablespoons of butter and cook the sausage, if using, until browned, stirring to break up the links, about 2 minutes. Add the onions and celery and cook until the vegetables are tender and the sausage is completely cooked, about 6 to 7 minutes.
2
Heat 1 cup chicken stock and set aside. In a large bowl, combine the sausage mixture, both types of bread, parsley, sage, and eggs and mix well. Add the heated stock and the salt and pepper and stir to combine well.
3
Heat oven to 350u00b0.
4
Rinse the turkey well with cold water and pat dry. Rub the turkey all over with the oil or butter, then season liberally with salt and pepper. Set aside.
5
Place 1 tablespoon of flour in the oven bag and shake to distribute evenly. Set the bag aside in a roasting pan large enough to hold the turkey.
6
Stuff the turkey, neck area first, then the body. Carefully put the turkey in the bag. Close the bag with the enclosed tie and cut six 1/2-inch slits in the top. Roast the turkey in oven for 12 1/2 minutes per pound, or 2 1/2 hours for a 12-pound bird (the bag allows the turkey to cook faster than with regular roasting). To test for doneness, remove the turkey from the oven, open the bag, and insert a thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh. The turkey is done when the thermometer reads 180u00b0. If the turkey is done, let rest for 15 minutes. Cut open the top of the bag, place the turkey on a platter, and set aside, Remove stuffing.
7
Pour the drippings and juices into a gravy separator, let them settle, then pour off the nonfatty liquids. Add enough stock to make 4 cups total liquid, then, in a medium saucepan over high heat, bring to a boil. Whisk together the remaining flour with 1/2 cup warm water until smooth and add to the boiling stock. Continue whisking until smooth and bubbling. Add the Madeira, reduce the heat, and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Adjust the seasoning to taste with salt and pepper.

1015

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, 4 links Italian sweet sausage, pork or turkey (optional), 2 medium onions, chopped (2 cups), 2 stalks celery, chopped (2 cups), and more.

Yes, Roast Turkey With Sage Stuffing And Gravy 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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Roast Turkey With Sage Stuffing And Gravy

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