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Easy Make Ahead Thanksgiving Recipes

3 Make Ahead Thanksgiving Recipes That Slash Stress Effortlessly


  • Author: iyma hernandes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Simple and delicious make-ahead Thanksgiving recipes to save you time and stress.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 turkey (12-14 lbs)
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups cubed bread
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried sage

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. Season turkey with salt and pepper.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet and sauté onion and celery.
  4. Combine bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, and sage in a bowl.
  5. Stuff turkey with the mixture and place in a roasting pan.
  6. Pour chicken broth over the turkey.
  7. Roast for 3-4 hours until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Let rest for 20 minutes before carving.

Notes

  • Prepare stuffing a day ahead.
  • Store turkey in the fridge overnight before roasting.
  • Use leftover turkey for sandwiches.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Thanksgiving, turkey, make-ahead, easy, holiday