Ingredients:
4-5kg whole U.S. turkey, giblets removed and rinsed
5 cups white bread, cubed and toasted
2 cups turkey stock, made from giblets
4 stalks celery (with leafy tops), chopped
2 green apples, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp. paprika
½ tsp. garlic powder
½ tsp. dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Dot of butter
Method of preparation:
Mix well paprika with garlic, thyme, pepper and salt. Rub U.S. Turkey well with mixture. Place in a large lightly-greased roasting pan. Let stand for 15 minutes. Cover loosely with lightly buttered foil. Roast at preheated to 350°F for 2 ½ - 3 hours or until cooked through to desired doneness, turning once. Place bread with apple, celery, onion and bay leaf in a casserole. Pour stock over and sprinkle salt and pepper. Dot with butter and roast next to turkey for 25 minutes.
Serves 6-8
