Ingredients

1 Tbsp. salt
2 Tbsp. poultry seasoning
1 (12 lb.) turkey
2 lg. onions, quartered
1/4 tsp. ground pepper
1 Tbsp. ground sage
2 stalks celery
OYSTER DRESSING:
1 loaf French bread, crumbled
2 Tbsp. poultry seasoning
1 tsp. salt
1/2 C. milk
1 C. turkey drippings
1 lg. onion, diced
1 Tbsp. ground sage
1/4 tsp. ground pepper
1 pt. oysters, chopped
1/2 stick butter or margarine

Cooking Instructions

Mix seasonings together and sprinkle in turkey cavity. Rub surface of turkey with seasonings. Cut celery into 2 inch pieces. Stuff turkey cavity with celery and onions. Secure opening with skewers. Place turkey in roaster and cover with foil, securing tightly. Do not cover roaster. Bake at 325 degrees for 3 1/2 to 4 hours or until brown and tender.
OYSTER DRESSING:
Combine bread crumbs, onion, and seasons; mix well. Add milk and oysters, blending well. Spread dressing in greased 9 inch square baking pan. Pour drippings over dressing and dot with butter. Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes. Serve dressing with turkey. 10 servings.
 
 
"I have heard the grumblings of the sons of Israel; speak to them, saying, 'At twilight you shall eat meat, and in the morning you shall be filled with bread; and you shall know that I am the LORD your God.'" (Exodus 16: