Foolproof Turkey Breast

Name: Foolproof Turkey Breast
Prep time: 8 h
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp black peppercorns; 79 milliliters brown sugar; 1 Tbsp canola oil; 7 fresh sage leaves; 1 teaspoons granulated garlic; 1 teaspoons granulated onion; 2 liters ice cubes; 237 milliliters kosher salt; 1 lemon, zested; 118 milliliters molasses; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 Tbsp dry rubbed sage; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon thyme; 6 kgs fresh turkey; 6 liters water

Foolproof Turkey Breast might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe covers 38% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One serving contains 730 calories, 98g of protein, and 27g of fat. This recipe serves 10. Many people made this recipe, and 371 would say it hit the spot. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and dairy free diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 8 hours. This recipe from Foodnetwork requires rubbed sage, brown sugar, oregano, and turkey.

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Remove the legs and wings from the turkey, or have your butcher do it. Reserve for stock.

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Whole Turkey

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Chicken Wings

Put turkey breast into a large pot or doubled up clean plastic bag. When brine mixture is completely cooled, pour over turkey and place in refrigerator for 12 hours.

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Turkey Breast

Whole Turkey

Brine

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Rinse under clear cool water for 5 minutes, drain well and pat dry with paper towels.

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Water

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In a small bowl, combine dried spices and lemon zest. Rub turkey with canola oil, lightly sprinkle rub on turkey, any extra rub can be placeed in cavity. Cover loosely, refrigerate for 4 hours.

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Lemon Zest

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Whole Turkey

Dry Seasoning Rub

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Remove from refrigerator and let rest on counter for 15 minutes

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F while turkey is resting.

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In a large, deep baking pan, fitted with a rack, place turkey breast side down and roast for 35 minutes. Carefully turn turkey over and reduce heat to 375 degrees F. Continue to roast turkey for 1 hour 45 minutes or until temperature at the deepest part of the breast reads 170 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer. Make sure to check bird every 15 minutes after first hour has passed.

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Turkey Breast

Whole Turkey

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