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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

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:
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

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.

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