Christmas turkey

Name: Christmas turkey
Prep time: 210 min
Cook time: 180 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Internacional
Ingredients: 2 cups butter, melted; 3/4 cups raw sugar; 3 tablespoons orange zest; 1 tablespoon dry rosemary; salt and pepper; 1 cup evaporated milk; 1 cup orange juice; 1 cup white wine; 1 pinch turkey, 6 kg; 1 cup onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped; 1/2 cups bacon, finely chopped; 2 cups ground meat; 1 teaspoon celery salt; salt and pepper; 1 cup sandwich bread, soaked in milk; 1/2 cups cranberries; 1/2 cups raisins; 1/2 cups walnuts, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cups parsley, finely chopped; 1/2 cups cognac; lemon, sliced, for decoration

Mara Alpizar

Try this delicious Christmas turkey recipe that will transform your Christmas Eve dinner into an unforgettable celebration! This traditional dish has become an icon of Christmas, captivating us with its juiciness and flavor. In the kiwilimón recipe, the Christmas turkey is perfectly seasoned and injected with a very special mixture. Are you ready to try this turkey recipe?

Turkey is a protein low in saturated fats, making it a nutritious option that not only satisfies the palate but also promotes balanced eating. Additionally, turkey is full of essential nutrients and is a source of B vitamins and selenium.

Did you know? The Christmas turkey has been served at Christmas Eve dinner since the 16th century. At that time, it was considered a delicacy exclusive to special occasions. However, over the years it has evolved, and today, various cultures add their particular touch to this dish, from traditional stuffing to exotic sauces or the classic gravy.

Finally, at kiwilimón, we recommend serving your Christmas turkey with mashed potatoes, salad, bread, and much more. Merry Christmas!

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Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 13-11-2024

Preparation

30 mins

Medium

Combine the butter, sugar, orange zest, rosemary, salt, pepper, evaporated milk, orange juice, and white wine. Set aside. Inject the turkey with half of the mixture and baste with the other half. Repeat the process 2 more times every 2 hours. Place the Christmas turkey on a tray, cover with aluminum foil, and bake at 180 °C for 5 hours. After 5 hours of cooking, uncover the turkey and baste with the same juice. Bake the turkey for 1 more hour. For the stuffing: melt the butter in a skillet, add the onion, garlic, and bacon, and cook for 5 minutes. When the bacon is golden, add the meat, celery salt, salt, pepper, and bread. Cook for 10 minutes or until the meat is well cooked. Finally, incorporate the dried fruits, butter, parsley, and cognac, and cook for 5 more minutes. Set aside. Serve the Christmas turkey on a tray, decorate with lemon slices, and accompany with stuffing.