Roast Turkey with Stuffing

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Remove giblets and neck and rinse inside and outside of turkey; pat dry.

2. 2

   Melt 1 Tbsp.

3. 3

   of the butter in medium skillet on medium heat.

4. 4

   Add onions, celery and garlic; cook and stir until tender.

5. 5

   Set aside.

6. 6

   Mix stuffing mix and hot water in large bowl.

7. 7

   Stir in onion mixture.

8. 8

   Fill neck cavity lightly with prepared stuffing to allow room for stuffing to expand just before roasting.

9. 9

   Tuck wing tips around to hold neck skin in place.

10. 10

    Fill body cavity lightly with stuffing.

11. 11

    Return untucked legs tucked position or tie securely with string.

12. 12

    Place on rack in large roasting pan.

13. 13

    Melt remaining butter; add pepper.

14. 14

    Brush turkey skin with seasoned butter to prevent it from drying out.

15. 15

    Roast turkey 3-1/4 hours or until internal temperature of thigh is 180 degrees F, breast is 170 degrees F and center of stuffing reaches 165F when checked with meat thermometer.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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