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Savory Roast Turkey & Pumpkin Delight

Savory Roast Turkey & Pumpkin Delight: A Heartwarming Feast

Enjoy a heartwarming Savory Roast Turkey & Pumpkin Delight that adds warmth to your Thanksgiving gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Turkey
  • 1 whole Turkey (14-16 lbs) Ensure it’s fresh for the best flavor.
  • to taste Salt Use coarse salt for better adherence.
  • to taste Pepper Freshly ground provides superior flavor.
For the Stuffing
  • 1 package Stuffing Mixture Consider gluten-free bread or cornbread.
For the Side Vegetables
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables e.g., carrots, green beans; use frozen if convenient.
For the Pumpkin Purée
  • 2 cups Pumpkin Purée Sweet potato purée is a lovely alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with silken tofu for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Fresh ground is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated is ideal.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Maple syrup is a delightful alternative.

Equipment

  • roasting pan
  • medium bowl
  • pot
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully place the whole turkey in a large roasting pan, breast-side up. Season generously with salt and pepper, and stuff the turkey with the stuffing mixture. Cover with foil and set aside.
  3. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add mixed vegetables. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tender, then drain.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin purée, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar. Stir until smooth and set aside.
Cooking
  1. Place the covered turkey in the preheated oven and roast for about 3 hours. Remove the foil in the last 30 minutes for crispy skin.
  2. After roasting the turkey for 2.5 hours, carefully add the pumpkin purée to the oven to bake alongside for the final 30 minutes.
  3. Once done, ensure the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), then let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
  4. Serve the roast turkey with the creamy pumpkin purée and enjoy your festive meal!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free and offers variations like using sweet potato or going vegetarian with portobello mushrooms.

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