Description
Experience the warmth and nostalgia of a Southern Thanksgiving with this delightful menu. From the golden-brown turkey to the sweet candied yams, every dish is a celebration of flavors that brings family and friends together. Prepare to impress your loved ones with this easy-to-follow guide that combines tradition and taste, ensuring a memorable feast filled with love and laughter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 3 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 3 tbsp fresh sage (chopped)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 cups cornbread stuffing mix
- 3 cups sweet potatoes (cubed for candied yams)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 2 cups fresh green beans (trimmed)
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup homemade cranberry sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Remove giblets from turkey, rinse, and pat dry.
- Rub softened butter over the turkey; tuck in herbs and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix cornbread stuffing with chicken broth until moist; fold in sautéed onions and celery.
- Stuff the turkey cavity loosely with the stuffing.
- Roast the turkey breast-side up in a pan for about 13-15 minutes per pound or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Sauté green beans with olive oil in a skillet until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook sweet potatoes on the stove with brown sugar and marshmallows until tender.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg