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Savory Roast Turkey Breast with Saucy Cranberry Bliss Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 90 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings (6 slices each)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Savory Roast Turkey Breast with Saucy Cranberry Bliss is a perfect holiday centerpiece combining succulent roasted turkey breast infused with aromatic herbs and a vibrant, tangy cranberry sauce enriched with orange juice, apple jelly, and warm five-spice. Ideal for festive dinners, this recipe delivers moist, flavorful turkey complemented by a luscious, slightly sweet cranberry sauce with a hearty onion base.

Ingredients

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Cranberry Sauce

  • 3 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 cup apple jelly
  • 0.5 teaspoon five spice
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch

Turkey

  • 4 pounds turkey breast (with skin)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 0.25 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
  • 4 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
  • 2 medium onions (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cranberry Sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, freshly squeezed orange juice, apple jelly, and five spice. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the jelly. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little cold water to form a slurry, then stir it into the simmering cranberry mixture. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens and cranberries burst, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Turkey Breast: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels. Season evenly with salt, pepper, dried thyme, and fresh chopped rosemary, making sure to get underneath the skin where possible to enhance flavor.
  3. Sear the Turkey and Onions: In a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Push onions to the side, then add turkey breast skin side down to sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
  4. Roast the Turkey: Flip the turkey breast skin side up, arrange the onions around it, then transfer the skillet or roasting pan to the preheated oven. Roast for approximately 90 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast. Baste the turkey occasionally with pan juices for added moisture.
  5. Rest and Serve: Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 10-15 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Slice into approximately 6 to 6 thick slices. Serve slices with a generous spoonful of the warm cranberry bliss sauce on top or on the side.

Notes

  • Allow the turkey to rest properly to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Adjust seasoning to your preference, especially salt and pepper.
  • If you prefer a less sweet sauce, reduce the apple jelly slightly.
  • Ensure the turkey reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
  • Use a roasting pan with a rack if you want to keep the turkey elevated from the onions and butter.

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