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Roast Turkey, Stuffing and Gravy

Mouthwatering Roast Turkey, Stuffing and Gravy for Holidays

This mouthwatering roast turkey with savory stuffing and gravy is an iconic holiday feast that leaves everyone raving.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Turkey
  • 1 whole Turkey Fresh or thawed for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Unsalted recommended for better seasoning control.
For the Stuffing
  • 8-10 cups Dry Bread Cubes Toasted French bread recommended.
  • 1 box Stove Top Stuffing mix Optional for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup Celery Diced for crunch and moisture.
  • 1 large Onion Diced to enhance flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper Adds subtle heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Poultry Seasoning Infuses traditional flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Sage Complements turkey.
  • 2-3 1/2 cups Chicken Broth Use homemade for best flavor.
For the Gravy
  • 1/3 cup Flour Helps thicken gravy.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • roasting pan
  • skillet
  • meat thermometer
  • Fat Separator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove giblets and neck from the turkey and rinse under cold water. Pat dry and season inside and outside with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and celery until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Toast bread, cube it, and transfer to a bowl. Combine sautéed mixture with bread, then add Stove Top Stuffing mix and seasonings, moistening with chicken broth until damp.
  3. Stuff the turkey cavity with prepared stuffing. Secure openings with skewers or kitchen string.
  4. Place the stuffed turkey in a roasting pan, rub with butter and season with salt and pepper. Tent with foil and roast for about 3.5 hours, basting every 30 minutes. Remove foil for the last 30 minutes to brown the skin.
  5. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature; it should read at least 180°F (82°C) in the thigh and 165°F (74°C) in the stuffing. Continue roasting if necessary.
  6. After roasting, let turkey rest for about 20 minutes. Collect drippings in a fat separator. Pour chicken broth into pan, scraping up browned bits. Whisk flour with cold broth until smooth, then add to drippings and simmer until thickened.
  7. Carve the turkey and serve with stuffing and gravy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 340mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Season the turkey a day ahead for deeper flavor. Let it rest after roasting to lock in juices.

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