Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (10–12 pounds)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon sage
- 4 cups mashed potatoes
- 2 cups cranberry sauce
- 2 cups green beans, trimmed
Instructions
- Prepare fresh vegetables by chopping carrots, celery, and onions.
- Generously season the turkey with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and sage.
- Roast the turkey in a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the turkey is roasting, whip up creamy mashed potatoes and prepare green beans and cranberry sauce as side dishes.
Notes
- Store leftovers in airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days.
- For enhanced flavors, consider seasoning the turkey the day before and refrigerating it overnight.
- Pair with bread rolls and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg