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Step 1
PREPARE THE TURKEY:Position your oven rack in the bottom third of the oven
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and preheat oven to 450*F.
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TURKEY (CONT): Remove any packaging in the body and neck cavities of the turkey. Let is sit breast-side up on a roasting rack.
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TURKEY (CONT): Whisk together the olive oil
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sage
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thyme
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salt
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and pepper in a small bowl.
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TURKEY (CONT): Make a slit in the skin of the turkey
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and rub mixture all over turkey meat. Pour two cups of water into the roasting pan
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and turn down the heat to 350*F. Roast turkey for 1 hour uncovered. When turkey begins to turn golden brown
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shield breast with foil.
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TURKEY (CONT): Continue to roast for 2 hours and 30 minutes or until minimum internal temperature reaches 165*F. Transfer turkey to cutting board and tent with aluminum foil; let rest for about 15 minutes before carving. Remove skin and carve when cool enough to handle.
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PREPARE THE GREEN BEANS: When you take the turkey out of the oven to rest
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steam the green beans. Bring a large pot of water to a boil
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and place green beans in a steamer basket over water. Cover and steam until bright green and tender
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8 to 10 minutes
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drain off any excess water.
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PREPARE THE MASHED CAULIFLOWER: While the green beans are steaming
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prepare the mashed cauliflower by placing the cauliflower florets and two tablespoon of water in a large microwave safe dish.
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CAULIFLOWER (CONT): Microwave for about 8 to 12 minutes
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or until tender; drain any liquid.
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CAULIFLOWER (CONT): Using an immersion blender
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potato masher
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or food processor
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blend the cooked cauliflower with the chicken broth
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cream cheese
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garlic
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and pepper to the consistency of mashed potatoes. Garnish with chives.
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TO SERVE: Measure out 4 ounces of skinless white meat and 2 ounces of skinless dark meat per serving. Serve green beans and mashed cauliflower on the side.