How To Make Scandinavian Roast Turkey with Prune & Juniper Stuffing & Caramelised Apples
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 whole turkey (about 12 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup pitted prunes, chopped
- 1 tablespoon juniper berries, crushed
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Rub the turkey with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
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In a large skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
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Add the prunes and juniper berries and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Remove from heat and stir in the breadcrumbs.
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Stuff the turkey with the prune and juniper mixture.
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Place the stuffed turkey in a roasting pan and roast for about 3 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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While the turkey is roasting, melt the butter in a separate skillet.
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Add the sliced apples and brown sugar, and cook until the apples are caramelized.
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Serve the roast turkey with the caramelized apples on the side.
Nutrition
- Calories : 550kcal
- Total Fat : 17g
- Saturated Fat : 5g
- Cholesterol : 180mg
- Sodium : 400mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 55g
- Dietary Fiber : 7g
- Sugar : 40g
- Protein : 48g
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