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A vibrant, beautifully arranged Thanksgiving platter featuring golden roasted turkey, creamy gravy, tender stuffing, bright cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie, styled on a rustic wooden table with seasonal decorations, rich warm tones, and inviting textures.

Effortless Classic Southern Thanksgiving Feast

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A classic Southern Thanksgiving feast featuring roasted turkey, creamy gravy, savory stuffing, sweet cranberry sauce, and a festive pumpkin pie for dessert.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole turkey (12-14 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons of salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon thyme
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup stuffing (prepared)
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1 pumpkin pie (store-bought or homemade)
  • Seasonal vegetables (green beans, sweet potatoes)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Rub turkey with salt, pepper, and thyme. Brush with melted butter.
  3. Roast turkey for approximately 3 hours or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Prepare stuffing and bake alongside the turkey if desired.
  5. Serve sliced turkey with gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and sides.
  6. Finish with pumpkin pie for dessert.

Notes

  • Rest the turkey for 20 minutes before carving.
  • You can substitute store-bought gravy for convenience.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Method: Roasting, Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American
  • Diet: Herb-Seasoned, Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice of turkey with sides
  • Calories: 520 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg