Jul 14 2026
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Talking Turkey Dinner Recipe

Inspired by Little Oven
Time3h
Serves8

Roasted turkey piled high on white bread, smothered in our rich homemade gravy. Served with mashed potatoes and stuffing. Just like mom used to make!

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Ingredients

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Turkey

Gravy

Mashed Potatoes

Stuffing

Serving

Method

Turkey

  1. 1

    Prepare the Turkey

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Rinse the turkey inside and out, then pat dry with paper towels. Rub the turkey all over with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stuff the cavity with garlic, rosemary, and thyme.

  2. 2

    Roast the Turkey

    Place the turkey breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 3 to 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste occasionally with drippings.

  3. 3

    Rest the Turkey

    Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.

Gravy

  1. 4

    Make the Gravy

    In a saucepan, combine the turkey drippings with flour over medium heat, whisking until smooth. Gradually add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Mashed Potatoes

  1. 5

    Cook the Potatoes

    Peel and chop the potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain.

  2. 6

    Mash the Potatoes

    In a large bowl, combine the drained potatoes with butter and milk. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Stuffing

  1. 7

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped celery and onion, sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. 8

    Combine Stuffing

    In a large bowl, mix sautéed vegetables with bread cubes, chicken broth, sage, and thyme. Stir until combined.

  3. 9

    Bake Stuffing

    Transfer stuffing to a greased baking dish. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden.

Serving

  1. 10

    Assemble the Dinner

    Slice the roasted turkey and layer it on slices of white bread. Top generously with homemade gravy. Serve alongside mashed potatoes and stuffing.

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