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traditional christmas dinner

Traditional Christmas Dinner: 7 Heartwarming Secrets


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A traditional Christmas dinner featuring classic dishes enjoyed during the holiday season.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole turkey (1214 lbs)
  • 2 cups bread crumbs
  • 1 cup celery, chopped
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 tsp sage
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 cups mashed potatoes
  • 2 cups green beans
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1 pie (pumpkin or pecan)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Prepare the stuffing by sautéing celery and onion in butter.
  3. Add bread crumbs, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper to the mixture.
  4. Stuff the turkey with the prepared stuffing.
  5. Place the turkey in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth over it.
  6. Roast the turkey for about 3 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  7. While the turkey cooks, prepare mashed potatoes and green beans.
  8. Make the cranberry sauce.
  9. Let the turkey rest before carving.
  10. Serve with pie for dessert.

Notes

  • Ensure the turkey is thawed before cooking.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • Use leftovers for sandwiches the next day.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 700
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 80g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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