Moi's Turkey and Dressing

Experience the ultimate holiday feast with "Moi's Turkey and Dressing," a classic recipe that combines a tender, herb-rubbed roasted turkey with a rich and savory cornbread dressing. Perfectly seasoned with thyme, sage, and a medley of fresh ingredients, this dish is a delightful centerpiece for gatherings. The turkey is roasted to golden perfection, basted with its flavorful pan drippings, while the dressing—a blend of crumbled cornbread, bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, and poultry seasoning—is baked until irresistibly crisp on top. Serve this comforting duo with a drizzle of warm pan drippings or chicken broth for an unforgettable, elevated holiday meal. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion, this recipe is sure to be the highlight of your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:280 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 lbs whole turkey
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp salt
• 1 tbsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried sage
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 stalks celery stalks
• 6 whole garlic cloves
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 6 cups cornbread
• 4 cups day-old bread cubes
• 3 large eggs
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp poultry seasoning

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

Rinse the turkey inside and out, then pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Rub the turkey generously with olive oil, salt, black pepper, thyme, and sage. Place the turkey in a large roasting pan, breast-side up.

Step 4

Stuff the turkey cavity with a rough chop of the onion, 2 celery stalks, and 4 garlic cloves.

Step 5

Place the turkey in the oven and roast for approximately 15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature in the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste the turkey every 30 minutes with pan drippings.

Step 6

While the turkey is roasting, prepare the dressing. Crumble the cornbread into a large mixing bowl, then add the bread cubes.

Step 7

Finely dice the remaining celery stalk and onion, and sauté them in 3 tablespoons of butter until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Add the sautéed vegetables to the bread mixture, along with 4 cups of chicken broth, eggs, parsley, and poultry seasoning. Mix well until fully combined.

Step 9

Transfer the dressing mixture to a buttered baking dish. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown on top.

Step 10

Once the turkey is fully cooked, let it rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.

Step 11

Serve the carved turkey alongside the dressing. Pour warm pan drippings or additional chicken broth over the dressing for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(8549.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	11723.4

Total Fat 399.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 133.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.9g
Cholesterol 4824.4mg	0%
Sodium 26096.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 514.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.4g	0%
Total Sugars 65.1g
Protein 1435.0g	0%

Vitamin D 272.5IU	0%
Calcium 2473.3mg	0%
Iron 95.7mg	0%
Potassium 16649.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.6%

Protein: 50.4%

Carbs: 18.1%