Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12-14 lbs)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 2 cups sweet yams, sliced
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the turkey with salt and pepper, then brush with olive oil.
- Roast the turkey uncovered for about 3 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Prepare mashed potatoes and set aside. Roast sweet yams until tender, about 30 minutes.
- Mix cornbread batter with cornmeal, flour, sugar, milk, eggs, and melted butter. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes.
- Arrange the cooked turkey, sides, and bread on a festive platter. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for extra flavor on the turkey.
- Make ahead the mashed potatoes and yams to save time on the day of the feast.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Method: Roasting, baking, simmering
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Traditionally Meat, Gluten Included
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
