Apple Cheddar Turkey Panini (Recipe for Printing)
Celebrate fall with the perfect mix of apple, cheddar, and turkey layered on whole grain bread, finished with a honey-Dijon spread. This easy panini suits a cozy lunch or simple weeknight dinner. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Main
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1 whole turkey (12 to 14 pounds)
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2 cups stuffing
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1 cup cranberry sauce
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4 cups mixed vegetables
→ Pumpkin Side
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1 cup pumpkin puree
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/2 cup brown sugar
# How to Make It:
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Set oven to 350°F (177°C) and allow to preheat completely.
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Season the turkey generously with salt and black pepper, ensuring coverage inside and out.
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Fill the turkey cavity with prepared stuffing, avoiding overpacking.
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Place stuffed turkey breast-side up in a large roasting pan and cover securely with aluminum foil.
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Roast in the preheated oven for 3 hours. Remove foil during the last 30 minutes for browning.
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While the turkey roasts, simmer mixed vegetables in a pot of boiling salted water until fork-tender, then drain.
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In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar. Stir until smooth.
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Transfer pumpkin mixture to a baking dish. Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 30 minutes until set and lightly golden.
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Carve the turkey and present with stuffing, cranberry sauce, baked pumpkin side, and mixed vegetables.
# Extra Tips:
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Let the turkey rest 20 minutes after roasting for easiest carving and moist slices.