Turkey Mercedes

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 (12-14 pound) whole turkey
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 large carrot, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh sage
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• Salt to taste

Preparation Time:

1 hour

Cooking Time:

3-4 hours

Difficulty Level:

3 (Intermediate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (163 degrees C).
2. Remove the turkey from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, parsley, sage, rosemary, and black pepper.
4. Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey and discard. Loosen the skin from the breast and thighs.
5. Season the turkey liberally with salt. Stuff the stuffing into the cavity of the turkey.
6. Place the turkey in a large roasting pan and pour in the wine and chicken broth.
7. Roast for 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
8. Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 30 minutes before carving.
9. While the turkey is resting, make the gravy. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
10. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 25 g
• Saturated fat: 10 g
• Cholesterol: 125 mg
• Sodium: 1200 mg
• Carbohydrates: 20 g
• Protein: 35 g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and flavorful turkey
• Savory stuffing
• Rich and creamy gravy
• Perfect for a special occasion

User Comments:

• "This turkey was absolutely delicious! The stuffing was so flavorful and the gravy was perfect."
• "I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my guests."
• "This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. It's easy to make and the results are always amazing."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the turkey is fully thawed before cooking.
• Do not overstuff the turkey, or the stuffing will not cook properly.
• Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the turkey is cooked to the proper internal temperature.
• Let the turkey rest before carving to allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.