Perfect Roast Turkey and Stuffing

Prepare a homemade stock and herb stuffing, then roast the turkey wrapped in butter-soaked muslin for a succulent result.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1134.6 kcals 11345.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 24.9 grams 248.6 grams
Fat 72.5 grams 725.4 grams
Protein 88.5 grams 885.2 grams
Cook Time
240 mins
Produces
10 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
85
g
Salted Butter
for stuffing
1
tbsp
Butter
softened, for gravy
GrainsCereals
225
g
2
tbsp
Plain Flour
for gravy
Liquids
1.2
l
Stock
from recipe or chicken stock
Meat
4.5
kg
Whole Turkey
gizzard, heart, wing tips and wishbone removed and reserved
NutsSeeds
2
sprig
Parsley
fresh
2
sprig
Thyme
fresh
1
piece
Sea Salt
flaked, to taste
1
piece
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
2.5
tbsp
Mixed Fresh Herbs
parsley, chives, thyme, lemon balm, marjoram and sage, chopped
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
halved
1
piece
2
stalk
175
g
Onion
finely chopped, for stuffing

Steps

  • Simmer turkey giblets, wing tips, wishbone, vegetables, and herbs in 2 liters of water for 2 hours to make stock.
  • Strain the stock and preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Melt 85g butter and sauté chopped onions until soft, then allow to cool.
  • Mix cooled onions with breadcrumbs and herbs, then weigh the stuffing.
  • Season the turkey and loosely fill the cavities with stuffing.
  • Calculate the total weight of the stuffed turkey plus 175g of butter to determine cooking time.
  • Melt 175g butter, soak the muslin cloth in it, and wrap it over the turkey in a tray.
  • Roast at 200°C for 15 minutes, then reduce to 180°C.
  • Continue roasting for 15 minutes per 450g of total weight, basting every 30 minutes.
  • Remove the muslin 15 minutes before the end of cooking and baste a final time.
  • Ensure juices run clear when the thickest part of the meat is pierced.
  • Transfer the turkey to a dish, cover with parchment and a towel, and rest for at least 30 minutes.
  • Deglaze the roasting tray with stock, whisking in a butter and flour paste to thicken the gravy.
  • Strain the gravy, bring to a simmer, then serve with carved turkey and stuffing.