Unique Thanksgiving Dazzle Guests (Recipe for Printing)
Impress Thanksgiving guests with creative turkey, vibrant vegetables, and spiced pumpkin sides.
# What You Need:
→ Main Dish
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1 whole turkey, 12 to 14 pounds
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2 cups prepared stuffing
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1 cup cranberry sauce
→ Vegetable Side
04 -
4 cups mixed vegetables
→ Pumpkin Casserole
05 -
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:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Season the turkey generously with salt and pepper, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
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Fill the cavity of the turkey with the prepared stuffing, pressing gently to secure.
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Arrange the stuffed turkey breast-side up in a large roasting pan and cover it tightly with aluminum foil.
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Roast the turkey for 3 hours, removing the foil for the final 30 minutes to allow the skin to brown.
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Place mixed vegetables in a pot, add water to cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Drain before serving.
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In a bowl, combine pumpkin puree, heavy cream, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and brown sugar until fully blended.
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Transfer the pumpkin mixture to a baking dish and bake uncovered in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes, or until set.
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Carve the roasted turkey and serve with stuffing, cranberry sauce, prepared vegetables, and baked pumpkin dish.
# Extra Tips:
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Allow the turkey to rest for at least 15 minutes before carving to retain its juices.