{"id":140348,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-16T00:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/classic-stuffed-turkey\/"},"modified":"2024-06-27T21:17:25","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T02:17:25","slug":"classic-stuffed-turkey","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/classic-stuffed-turkey\/","title":{"rendered":"Stuffed Turkey"},"content":{"rendered":"
Whether you call it stuffing or dressing, no Thanksgiving dinner is complete without this iconic side dish. Stuffing is a celebration of flavors and textures, a medley of bread bound together with fragrant herbs, aromatic vegetables and savory flavors. Actually stuffing it inside the turkey allows the porous stuffing cubes to soak in all those delicious roasted turkey juices. Not to mention that stuffed turkey kills two birds with one stone, so to speak, freeing up the oven for other Thanksgiving side dishes<\/a>.<\/p>\n However, for years, I kept the stuffing separate from the turkey. I thought stuffed turkey wasn’t safe to make or the meat would turn out dry and overcooked. When I finally decided to cook a classic stuffed turkey recipe, I realized there was nothing to fear. The dish turned out just as good as a traditional roast turkey<\/a>, so long as I paid attention to a few temperature-related details.<\/p>\n It’s perfectly safe to cook a stuffed turkey<\/a> as long as the stuffing reaches an internal temperature of 165\u00b0F. According to the USDA, poultry like chicken and turkey must reach this food-safe cooking temperature<\/a> to destroy bacteria like salmonella and E. coli. Since the stuffing comes in contact with raw turkey, it must also reach this temperature.<\/p>\n Stuffed turkey is tackled in three easy steps: Prepare the stuffing, stuff the turkey and bake the turkey. Along the way, you’ll need to pay close attention to a few temperatures. If you don’t already have one, now is a good time to invest in a meat thermometer<\/a>. A probe thermometer with an alarm is particularly helpful so you don’t have to open the oven door to check the turkey’s temperature.<\/p>\n The first key to success involves stuffing temperature. Nestled inside the core of the turkey, the stuffing takes a long time to reach a safe temperature\u2014much longer than the meat surrounding it. So, give the stuffing a head start by adding it to the turkey while it’s still warm.<\/p>\n You’ll also need to choose the right oven temperature. Some Thanksgiving turkey recipes<\/a> call for blasting the turkey in a 450\u00b0 oven to crisp up the skin. This would be a huge mistake with a stuffed turkey and can lead to overcooked meat and undercooked stuffing. Instead, cook the stuffed turkey in a 325\u00b0 oven for even cooking.<\/p>\n Preheat the oven to 325\u00b0.<\/p>\n In a large skillet, saute the onions, celery and mushrooms in butter until tender. Add the broth and seasonings, and mix well. Place the stuffing cubes in a large bowl. Add mushroom mixture and toss to coat. Stir in enough warm water to reach the desired moistness.<\/p>\n Just before baking, loosely stuff the turkey with the prepared stuffing. Place any remaining stuffing in a greased baking dish, which should be covered and refrigerated until ready to bake.<\/p>\n Editor’s Tip:\u00a0<\/em>If you decide to bake the stuffing separately from the turkey, place all of the stuffing in a greased baking dish (or two dishes if you don’t have one large enough to fit the entire recipe). Bake the stuffing according to the directions below.<\/p>\n Skewer the turkey openings, and tie the drumsticks together with kitchen string.<\/p>\n Place the turkey breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush it with melted butter and sprinkle with the remaining salt.<\/p>\n Bake the turkey, uncovered for 3 hours and 45 minutes to 4 hours and 30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165\u00b0 when inserted in the center of the stuffing and the thigh reaches at least 170\u00b0. Baste the turkey occasionally with pan drippings as it cooks. Cover the turkey loosely with foil if it browns too quickly.<\/p>\n Bake the additional stuffing, covered, for 30 to 40 minutes. Then, uncover and bake for 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned.<\/p>\n Cover the turkey with foil and let stand for 20 minutes before removing the stuffing and carving. If desired, thicken the pan drippings for gravy.<\/p>\n You can make the stuffing ahead of time, but wait to stuff the turkey until just before baking. Adding warm stuffing to a refrigerated turkey prevents the stuffing from cooling properly, which can lead to potential bacteria growth. Instead, transfer the stuffing to a storage container and keep it covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to cook. Then, reheat the stuffing before adding it to the turkey.<\/p>\n Remove the stuffing from the turkey cavity and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Cover the turkey, or carve the meat off the bone and transfer it to an airtight container. Leftover turkey and stuffing will last up to four days in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n Our preferred way to reheat Thanksgiving leftovers<\/a> is in a 350\u00b0 oven. Reheat sliced turkey in a covered dish, adding a dash of gravy to keep the meat moist. It should be warmed through in about 30 minutes. Reheat the stuffing, uncovered, for 30 to 40 minutes.<\/p>\n Making stuffing cubes is as easy as making homemade croutons<\/a>! Cube the bread of your choosing, place it in a single layer on a baking sheet and lightly toast it in a 250\u00b0 oven for about an hour. Turn the cubes occasionally for even toasting.<\/p>\n Cook stuffed turkey in a 325\u00b0 oven to ensure the meat stays juicy and moist. Higher oven temperatures can cause the moisture to evaporate quickly and dry out the meat before the stuffing can cook through. It’s also important to let the turkey rest after cooking. Resting allows the juices to redistribute within the meat for improved moistness.<\/p>\n A stuffed turkey may not have as many dripping as a traditional turkey, as the bread-rich stuffing can soak up many of those tasty juices. However, if there are drippings in the roasting pan, you can absolutely use them to make turkey gravy<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" There’s no reason to avoid making a classic stuffed turkey! 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I have made it every year since. The original page from TOH is folded, worn, stained and tucked away in my one of my cookbooks until next Thanksgiving. I love that this recipe has become my tradition and everyone looks forward to it.I also love that the woman who submitted the recipe and I are from the same home town.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"renatae"},"reviewBody":"This tastes just like my mom's stuffing! A friend made it, and just cooked it outside the turkey. The difference was, she used 2-3 cans of broth. It came out moist and tasting as if it had been stuffed into the turkey. I tried my mom's recipe for stuffing once or twice, but when I made it, it didn't taste the same. I don't know why not. But this recipe takes me right back in time!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-11-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"2llamass"},"reviewBody":"Just like my mom's Double YUM!!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-11-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SandyD43210"},"reviewBody":"When using day old bread instead of bread cubes how much do I use? 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How to Make Stuffed Turkey<\/h2>\n
Stuffed Turkey Ingredients<\/h2>\n
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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Prepare the stuffing<\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Stuff<\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Secure the turkey<\/h3>\n
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Step 4: Bake the stuffed turkey<\/h3>\n
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Step 5: Bake the additional stuffing<\/h3>\n
Step 5: Let the turkey rest<\/h3>\n
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Stuffed Turkey Variations<\/h2>\n
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Can you make stuffed turkey ahead of time?<\/h2>\n
How to Store Stuffed Turkey<\/h2>\n
Stuffed Turkey Tips<\/h2>\n
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Can you make your own stuffing cubes?<\/h3>\n
How do you keep stuffed turkey from drying out?<\/h3>\n
Can you make gravy with drippings from a stuffed turkey?<\/h3>\n
Stuffed Turkey Recipe Tips<\/h2>
How can I cook a stuffed turkey safely?<\/h3>To cook a stuffed turkey safely<\/a>, the stuffing must reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees to prevent the risk of bacteria growth. We don't typically recommend cooking stuffing inside a turkey because it can dry out your bird. If you want to go the stuffed route, this is the recipe we'd recommend making. If not, cook your turkey<\/a> and stuffing<\/a> separately.
What can you put inside a turkey besides stuffing?<\/h3>There are plenty of other things to put inside a turkey besides stuffing<\/a>! We love to add aromatics to the turkey cavity. Some great options are onions, carrots, celery and herbs (rosemary, thyme and sage will do the trick). Don't forget to season the cavity with salt and pepper, too.
How do I make my own stuffing cubes?<\/h3>
How can I make the stuffing my own?<\/h3>
How do I make gravy with drippings?<\/h3>
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How can I cook a stuffed turkey safely?<\/h3>To cook a stuffed turkey safely<\/a>, the stuffing must reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees to prevent the risk of bacteria growth. We don't typically recommend cooking stuffing inside a turkey because it can dry out your bird. If you want to go the stuffed route, this is the recipe we'd recommend making. If not, cook your turkey<\/a> and stuffing<\/a> separately.
What can you put inside a turkey besides stuffing?<\/h3>There are plenty of other things to put inside a turkey besides stuffing<\/a>! We love to add aromatics to the turkey cavity. Some great options are onions, carrots, celery and herbs (rosemary, thyme and sage will do the trick). Don't forget to season the cavity with salt and pepper, too.
How do I make my own stuffing cubes?<\/h3>
How can I make the stuffing my own?<\/h3>
How do I make gravy with drippings?<\/h3>
Research contributed by Christina Herbst<\/a>, Taste Recipes Assistant Digital Editor<\/i>, and Josh Rink<\/a>, Taste Recipes Food Stylist<\/i>"},{"TipType":"Alternative Method","TipTitle":"","TipText":"<B>Editor's Note:<\/B> Stuffing may be prepared as directed and baked separately in a 3-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 30 minutes; uncover and bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through and lightly browned."}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51686,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44038,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":313073,"name":"Stuffings & Dressings","slug":"stuffings-dressings","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":313008,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Thanksgiving isn't just about the turkey. That's why we found the best stuffing recipes to complement your holiday meal.","parent":310796,"count":266,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/stuffings-dressings\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Stuffed Turkey"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n