Looking for something different to make with Thanksgiving leftovers? Try this Turkey Vegetable Soup with dumplings, a simple and savory crock pot recipe. Ingredients 1 turkey carcass, broken up 8 Cups water 4 chicken bouillon cubes 1 (10 oz) can of diced tomatoes 1 celery stalk, diced 1 carrot, diced 1 turnip, peeled and diced 1 onion, diced 4 tsp dried parsley, divided 1 bay leaf 1 1/2 Cups flour 2 tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp dried rosemary 3 Tbsp solid shortening 3/4 Cup milk Instructions Soup instructions: Put the turkey into the crock pot and add … [Read more...]
Turkey Pot Pie
No need for you to wait until the day after Thanksgiving to make this Turkey Pot Pie Recipe with a biscuit topping. Just buy a pound of thick, sliced turkey at your deli counter any time of the year. Or, use leftover chicken or beef and pretend it's turkey. Who's to know? Ingredients For Pie: 2 cups cooked turkey, cubed 2 cups chicken broth 2 1/2 cups baby carrots, sliced 2 cups fresh broccoli 3 Tbsp unsalted butter 1/2 cup onion, diced 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour 2 tsp dried sage For Biscuit Topping: 4 slices bacon 1 cup Bisquick Baking Mix 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup cheddar … [Read more...]
Turkey Glazed with Honey Apricot
This recipe for Turkey Glazed with Honey Apricot offers a zesty twist on the usual Thanksgiving dinner. Sweet honey and apricot preserves get a little kick with ginger root for a sweet and sour treat. Ingredients 3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 3 Tbsp + 1/2 tsp sage, chopped fine 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 1 (21 lb) turkey 4 cups turkey broth, divided 2 cups apricot preserves 2 Tbsp ginger root, minced 2 Tbsp honey Instructions Remove neck and giblets. Rinse the turkey in cold water, then pat dry inside and out. Preheat the oven to 400F degrees. Place a rack … [Read more...]
Turkey Glazed Southern Style
This Turkey Glazed Southern Style recipe blends sweet honey with the bold spices of chili powder and red pepper for a zesty kick to the traditional Thanksgiving dinner. The simple to follow directions make this dish a hit in the kitchen as well as on the table. Ingredients 1 (15 lb) whole turkey, thawed 3 Tbsp canola oil 2 Tbsp honey 1 tsp cold water 2 tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp ground red pepper 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp ground allspice 1/4 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper Instructions Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey. Rinse the turkey in cold … [Read more...]
Turkey Dressing with Chestnuts
Next Thanksgiving, try this Turkey Dressing with Chestnuts. A flavorful stuffing of bacon, chestnuts and watercress not only adds great flavor to the turkey as it roasts, but offers up a delicious twist on the traditional side dish. Ingredients 6 bacon slices, chopped 1/2 lb fresh chestnuts, peeled and chopped 1 cup white bread crumbs 1 egg, beaten 1/2 bunch of watercress, chopped fine 1 1/2 tsp salt, divided 1 1/4 tsp pepper, divided 1 (10 lb) whole turkey, thawed 3 Tbsp butter, room temperature Instructions Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey. Rinse the turkey in … [Read more...]
Turkey Burger with Onions
Turkey Burger with Onions, no way! But being an experimental type, I just had to try it for myself. My main fears concerned turkey meat drying out during cooking. Cream was the obvious answer, because it is used regularly in making sauces. You need to add such a small amount of cream, it is unlikely that it will cause a major negative by adding fat to the lean, low-fat, turkey meat. In short, it will be less fattening than traditional ground beef. Ingredients 1 large Spanish (red) onion 1 pound (450 grams) lean ground (minced) turkey 4 green onions (spring onions), finely … [Read more...]
Balsamic Turkey Breast Recipe with Cranberry Sauce
This turkey breast recipe uses balsamic vinegar for basting as well as in the cranberry sauce. Are you game? Ingredients 1 (7 lb) turkey breast 6 Tbsp balsamic vinegar, divided 3 tsp rosemary, crushed 3 tsp thyme, crushed 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 C frozen fruit punch concentrate 1 1/2 C cold water 1 (10 oz) package dried cranberries 2 Tbsp cornstarch Instructions Pre-heat oven to 350 F. Rub the turkey breast on all sides with 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle turkey with rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper. Insert a meat thermometer. Put turkey … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Turkey
This Thanksgiving Turkey Rub recipe uses fresh lemons to spice up the traditional holiday meal. Celery, carrots, onions and parsnips roast right inside the bird for a delicious alternative to stuffing. Ingredients 1 (15 lb) whole turkey, thawed 2 lemons cut in halves 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 1 onion, quartered 2 celery stalks, cut in chunks 2 carrots cut in chunks 2 parsnips cut in chunks 1/2 tsp parsley 3 Tbsp butter, melted Instructions Remove the neck and giblets. Rinse the turkey in cold water, then pat dry inside and out. Preheat the oven to 400F degrees. Rub the … [Read more...]
Smoked Turkey
This Smoked Turkey Recipe features a spicy brine marinade that not only flavors the bird, but keeps it moist and tender while smoking. Maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness to the bold, deep smoke flavor. Ingredients 1 (12 lb) whole turkey, thawed 1 qt hot water 1 cup kosher salt 4 qt cold water 1 cup maple syrup 1 onion, sliced thin 4 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 10 black peppercorns 5 bay leaves 4 tsp lemon zest 2 cloves, whole 6 Tbsp butter, melted Instructions Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey. Rinse the turkey in cold water, then pat dry inside and … [Read more...]
Roasting a Turkey
For moist, flavorful results, try this simple to follow recipe for Roasting a Turkey. These basic steps will make a memorable Thanksgiving meal the whole family will enjoy. Ingredients 1 (18 lb) whole turkey 5 cups of your favorite stuffing (optional) 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Salt to taste Pepper to taste 1 1/2 qt turkey stock Instructions Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey. Rinse the turkey in cold water, then pat dry inside and out. Place the oven rack to the lowest position. Preheat the oven to 325F degrees. Place a roasting rack into a large … [Read more...]
