Greek Traditional Turkey with Chestnut and Pine Nut Stuffing

September 11, 2013

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"This is my old recipe for a delicious turkey roasted in lemon, orange, and tangerine juice, and stuffed with meat, roasted chestnuts, and pine nuts. An excellent recipe for everybody who loves Greek cuisine."

Ingredients
1 cup chestnuts
2/3 cup butter
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup tangerine juice
2/3 cup lemon juice
1 (10 pound) whole turkey
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup uncooked instant rice
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup raisins (optional)
1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons brandy
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions 1.Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). 2.Make a small incision on sides of each chestnut, and place in a skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring often, until toasted. Remove from...
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Nutritions

Calories
954

Sodium
506mg
21% DV

Fat
54g
84% DV

Protein
84g
169% DV

Carbs
10g
3% DV

Fiber
5g
21% DV