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This is the perfect pot roast recipe for comfort cooking at its best. Chuck roast is slow cooked in the oven with potatoes and vegetables until fork tender, then served with delicious gravy.
Looking for a fun, bite-sized twist on classic stuffing? These Apple Sausage Stuffing Bites are adorable, perfectly portioned, and a hit with kids and adults alike! Made with sweet apple sausage, crisp celery, and tender apples, they bake up golden and delicious in a muffin tin. Why I Love This Recipe The Ingredients Substitutions and…
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Looking for a fun, bite-sized twist on classic stuffing? These Apple Sausage Stuffing Bites are adorable, perfectly portioned, and a hit with kids and adults alike! Made with sweet apple sausage, crisp celery, and tender apples, they bake up golden and delicious in a muffin tin.
Step 1: If your bread isn’t stale, toast it in a 300°F oven for 8-10 minutes to dry it out.
Step 2: Dice and brown the sausage in a sauté pan for 4-5 minutes or until golden. Add to large mixing bowl and let cool enough to handle.
Step 3: In the same pan, sauté the produce until tender. Add to the same mixing bowl as the sausage.
Step 4: Add the remaining stuffing bite ingredients into the large mixing bowl with the sausage and sautéed produce.
Step 5: Spoon the stuffing mixture into greased muffin tins, filling all the way to the top. Pat the mixture down to pack it well.
Step 6: Bake for 45 minutes or until crispy around the edges.
This is a must do in my book! Stale bread is better than fresh, but toasted is even better. By completely drying out the bread, it will more readily soak up the egg and broth mixture. This will also help the muffins hold their shape. Fresh bread isn’t able to soak up as much liquid and will also fall right apart.
These are a great option to make ahead of your holiday dinner. If making ahead, store in an airtight container in the fridge. Remove from the fridge for about 30 minutes to come to room temperature before doing a quick toast in the oven as you set out the other dinner items. This way they will get their crispy edges back but won’t dry out. I also think they taste great cold and pack them in my kids’ lunches!
A fully cooked chicken sausage is the perfect option here, though I do brown it in the skillet first. Browning always adds more flavor! However, feel free to use ground pork, though you will want to precook it first to break it into crumbles as well as drain off any excess grease. It would also be fun to use cooked and crumbled bacon or even a turkey breakfast sausage.
These Apple Sausage Stuffing Bites are a total game-changer for your holiday table! With their bite-sized charm, crispy edges, and delicious blend of sweet apple sausage, veggies, and herbs, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone coming to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner. I’d love to know what you think of this recipe — leave a comment and rating below!
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This Roasted Turkey Breast recipe is tender, flavorful, and the perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table or any special occasion.
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Alright friends, say goodbye to the hassle of making a whole turkey for the holidays, and hello to this simple and easy Roasted Turkey Breast recipe. It’s infused with lots of moisture and flavor and it’s made in half the time. I started buying turkey breasts for Thanksgiving years ago because my family simply couldn’t eat a whole turkey. So turkey breasts were the perfect solution! Half the prep time, half the cook time, and less food waste. And did I mention it’s also a gorgeous centerpiece for your holiday feast? I have a feeling this might be your go-to turkey recipe for all of your special occasions. ;)
Here’s what you need to make this tender, flavorful, turkey breast recipe:
The time it takes to cook a turkey breast will vary slightly depending on the size of the turkey. A good rule of thumb is to cook the turkey for roughly 15 minutes per pound. Always use an instant read thermometer to check the internal temperature of the turkey breast. The internal temperature should reach 165°F at the thickest part of the breast without touching the bone.
I tested this recipe with both a bone-in and boneless turkey breast. Both delivered great flavor but there was 1 key difference:
The best way to ensure you have juicy and tender turkey breast meat is to brine the turkey. I’ve tried to skip this step a few times in the past, but it really does make all the difference! A turkey breast brine will not only give the turkey moisture, but it also adds extra flavor throughout the entire breast. Don’t forget to rinse and dry the turkey breast after it is done brining. This removes any excess salt from the turkey and prevents it from being too salty.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a small bowl add 8 Tbsp room temperature butter, 2 pressed garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper, 1 1/2 tsp fresh chopped rosemary, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp dried sage.
Mix them together until they form a paste.
Dry a 5-6 lb. bone-in, skin on, turkey breast very well with a paper towel on all sides.
Use your hand to carefully separate the skin from the breast meat, leaving it intact on the sides, and creating a pocket to fill with the herb butter. Spread about 1/3 of the herb butter under the skin.
Spread the remaining herb butter on top of the skin and all over the exterior of the turkey breast. Place the turkey breast in a greased deep casserole dish or roasting pan. Transfer the dish to the oven and roast the turkey for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
Baste the turkey breast every 30 minutes with the pan drippings. Begin to check the internal temperature of the turkey after 1 hour. If the top of the breast begins to brown too much before the internal temperature reaches its mark, loosely cover the turkey with foil as it bakes. Make sure to test the temperature in the thickest part of the breast, without touching the bone.
Let the turkey breast rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with turkey gravy and your favorite sides. Enjoy!
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Make this delicious recipe for London Broil with its flavorful marinade made with herbs, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and Worcestershire. London broil cooks up tender, juicy, and is ready in minutes.
This is the easiest method of brining I’ve ever tried. Just rub the dry brine all over your bird and let it sit uncovered in the refrigerator for one to two days to dry out and infuse all that flavor into the turkey — easy peasy. Tender and juicy inside with crispy herbed skin outside,…
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This is the easiest method of brining I’ve ever tried. Just rub the dry brine all over your bird and let it sit uncovered in the refrigerator for one to two days to dry out and infuse all that flavor into the turkey — easy peasy. Tender and juicy inside with crispy herbed skin outside, this Herb Brined Turkey will be as delicious on Thanksgiving Day as it is in your leftovers all weekend long!
Even though my father-in-law declares in his charming New York accent that my wet brined turkey is “the best turkey ever,” I just wasn’t sure if I could deal this year with the over-sized stock pot filled with brine and a 16 pound bird. Last year, I nearly threw out my back lugging the pot around, and the year before, 1/2 of the turkey brine poured out ALL over the floor when I tripped over it trying to answer the phone. I thought I would never do a brine again, but alas, brining turkey so delicious I can’t resist. Enter: Herb Brined Turkey! No water necessary!
Step 1: Set aside giblets to make Turkey Gravy.
Step 2: Whisk herbs and salt in a bowl to combine.
Step 3: Pat turkey dry with paper towel and rub herbs inside and out.
Step 4: After refrigerating 1-2 days, remove from fridge and set on a rack in a roasting dish.
Step 5: Add broth to the baking dish and roast in the oven at 450°F for 30 minutes.
Step 6: Turn down the heat to 350°F and rotate the pan. Roast the turkey an additional 2 hours – 2 hours and 15 minutes, basting every 30 minutes.
Step 7: Place a meat thermometer in the deepest part of thigh, but being careful not to touch the bone, until you have an internal temperature of 165°F-170°F.
I provide cooking times in the recipe card for a 12-14 pound turkey, so you can follow that if your turkey is within that range. You can always roast a smaller or larger turkey – just note that the cooking time is generally 13-15 minutes per pound of turkey. You can then calculate when to pop it in the oven to be ready alongside all of your side dishes.
The rule of thumb for safely cooked poultry is 165°F. Keep in mind that the temperature of the turkey will continue to rise even after removed from the oven, as it finishes cooking from residual heat. You should be safe to remove the turkey from the oven when it reaches 160°F. Always check in the thickest part, generally the thigh. Also don’t hit the bone with the probe or you will register a higher temp than the meat really is.
A perfectly juicy turkey is the star of any Thanksgiving feast, and this dry herb brine recipe is here to make that happen! Try this dry-brined turkey for your holiday dinner, and you might never cook turkey any other way. I’d love to hear how it turns out for you—leave a comment and rating below to let me know!
Looking for more Thanksgiving recipes? Check out these posts: Easy Thanksgiving Sides: The Ultimate List, Thanksgiving Menu and a Step-by-Step Prep Schedule, and Thanksgiving Turkey: 6 Ways!
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Try making this delicious Beef Bourguignon recipe for a French classic that is sure to get rave reviews. It’s easier than you think, and the results are worth every minute!
Beef short ribs are slow cooked with red wine and veggies in a rich flavored sauce until tender and falling off the bone. A savory gravy completes this mouthwatering dish that can be made with bone-in or boneless ribs.
No matter if you are prepping weekly meals or hosting a small holiday gathering, roast turkey breast is a great option. Lightly seasoned with fresh herbs, and cooked with onions and broth, it’s always tender and juicy. And leftovers make excellent soup…
Thyme tea is a restorative herbal tea made with just boiling water and fresh thyme! Just 5 minutes to the…
Thyme tea is a restorative herbal tea made with just boiling water and fresh thyme! Just 5 minutes to the perfect cup of tea.
Did you know you can make herbal tea using fresh herbs? This is the best trick for using up this fresh herb. Try thyme tea: it’s restorative, delicious, and takes just 5 minutes to steep!
When Alex and I tried this for the first time, we were astounded by the flavor. Thyme tea tastes herby, fragrant and satisfying. It’s a fun way to make DIY tea, and makes drinking water much more exciting. Here’s what to do!
Thyme tea requires just two ingredients: fresh thyme and water! You’ll be amazed at the amount of flavor that comes from just two ingredients. Thyme adds an herbaceous flavor that’s cozy and satisfying. This recipe is best to make in the summer when you’ve got lots of herbs in your garden or in pots. Of course, you can still make it in the winter using fresh thyme from the grocery store. Here’s how to make thyme tea:
Thyme is known to have medicinal benefits such as soothing a sore throat, helping with digestion, and so forth. So, it’s possible thyme tea does the same! We won’t promise that a cup of thyme tea will cure all your ailments, but many people believe in the power of herbal tea. But it can’t be argued that it’s positively soothing to drink a cup! (Here’s more about the benefits of thyme.)
If you’re not growing herbs in pots or garden space, all you need is a few pots and a sunny ledge. Fresh herbs are incredible for your cooking, and you can use them to make herbal teas or even just sprinkle into olive oil as a dip. For tips on how to get started, go to our tutorial, How to Grow Herbs.
You can make tea with all sorts of herbs! Here are a few more herbal tea recipes to try:
Love tea recipes? Also try our Iced Tea, Sweet Tea and Cold Brew Tea.
Fresh thyme has a beautiful earthy and floral flavor that adds depth and warmth to recipes! Here are some of our favorite thyme recipes:
This thyme tea recipe is vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, dairy-free and gluten-free.
Thyme tea is a restorative herbal tea made with just boiling water and fresh thyme! Just 5 minutes to the perfect cup of tea.
Here’s a way to use herbs in drinks: in infused water recipes! Here are some of our favorites:
Cornish Hen is roasted with fresh veggies until juicy & crispy. Serve with a side salad and homemade buns for a hearty meal that will impress your guests!
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