Classic Roast Turkey with Herbed Stuffing and Old-Fashioned Gravy

Warm Farmhouse Herbed Stuffing

Approximately 8 cups warm Homemade Turkey Stock

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter , softened, plus additional, melted, if needed for gravy

1 

3/4 teaspoons salt

6 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Special equipment: small metal skewer; kitchen string; aluminum foil; large flameproof roasting pan with flat or V-shaped rack; bulb baster ; instant-read thermometer; 2-quart glass measuring cup; gravy separator