Description
A collection of ideas for a festive Christmas dinner menu.
Ingredients
- Turkey – 1 whole (12-14 lbs)
- Stuffing – 1 box or homemade
- Green beans – 1 lb
- Mashed potatoes – 4 lbs
- Gravy – 1 jar or homemade
- Cranberry sauce – 1 can
- Pumpkin pie – 1
- Whipped cream – 1 can
- Rolls – 1 dozen
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Prepare the turkey by removing the giblets and seasoning it.
- Stuff the turkey with stuffing.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan.
- Roast the turkey for about 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While the turkey is roasting, cook the green beans in boiling water for 5-7 minutes.
- Boil potatoes until tender, then mash with butter and milk.
- Prepare gravy according to package instructions or homemade recipe.
- Heat cranberry sauce and rolls as needed.
- Serve the turkey with all sides and finish with pumpkin pie and whipped cream.
Notes
- Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.
- Consider adding a salad for a fresh touch.
- Prepare some festive drinks to accompany the meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 800
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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