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Stuffed Turkey Breast with Pancetta, Sage Pesto, Cranberry Glaze & Sweet Potato Purée
By á-74973
![Stuffed Turkey Breast with Pancetta, Sage Pesto, Cranberry Glaze & Sweet Potato Purée](/media/bd/14/d7e08be7a7a52794b456b87ab942138bb35d.jpg/rh/stuffed-turkey-breast-with-pancetta-sage-pesto-cranberry-glaze-and-sweet-potato-puree.jpg)
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Servings 4
Preparation time 15
Cooking time 170
- 4 turkey breasts
- 2 cups sage
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 3 tablespoon panko
- 4 slices pancetta
- 2 large sweet potatoes, diced into 2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cranberries
Try this recipe for a creative twist to the traditional Thanksgiving turkey meal! Pancetta, sage pesto and cranberr
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Applewood Smoked Turkey Breast with Cider Bourbon Gravy
![Applewood Smoked Turkey Breast with Cider Bourbon Gravy](/media/71/d5/d279c9932f3aa0ddadc643dc51a3b36f453c.jpg/tsp/applewood-smoked-turkey-breast-with-cider-bourbon-gravy.jpg)
By hcardall
From the brine, to the turkey rub, to the cider gravy, this Applewood Smoked Turkey Breast with Cider Bourbon Gravy...
- BRINE:
- 1 cup kosher salt
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup whole black peppercorns
- 4 cups cold bourbon
- 1 1/2 gallons cold water
- 1 (7-pound) turkey breast
- TURKEY:
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons bourbon-smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Soaked applewood chips for smoking (our smoker calls for about 2 cups)
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1 cup water
- CIDER BOURBON GRAVY:
- The reserved turkey neck
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 shallots, diced
- 1 small apple, diced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup bourbon
- 2/3 cup apple cider
- 2 cups cold low-sodium chicken stock
- 3 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Slow Cooker Turkey Breast with Gravy (that almost makes itself!)
![Slow Cooker Turkey Breast with Gravy (that almost makes itself!)](/media/cc/a6/a5a812dc3863b1fcbbcb986a2219d4e7122a.jpg/tsp/slow-cooker-turkey-breast-with-gravy-that-almost-makes-itself.jpg)
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
Our family can eat turkey breast throughout the year
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 onion, chopped medium
- 1 carrot, chopped medium (I did't peel it)
- 1 celery rib, chopped medium
- 6 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed (I only used 2 garlic cloves)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional, but flavorful)
- 2 fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 (6 to 7-pound) turkey breast, trimmed
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sausage and Mushroom Stuffed Boneless Turkey Breast
![Sausage and Mushroom Stuffed Boneless Turkey Breast](/media/e4/94/46cbf2c50b4b2afc251c5274f75a7a4bc45c.jpg/tsp/sausage-and-mushroom-stuffed-boneless-turkey-breast.jpg)
By polledl
Coat a large saute pan, over medium-high heat, with olive oil, add in half of the diced onion, season with salt, to...
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
- Kosher salt
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped
- 1 pound shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and julienned
- 1/2 bunch sage, leaves finely chopped
- 1 pound bulk Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1 turkey breast, removed from the bone, about 4 pounds
- 2 cups bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 1/2 pounds caul fat
- 1 1/2 pounds sliced bacon
- 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
- 2 ribs celery, cut into 1/2-inch dice
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup dry white wine
- Thyme bundle
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Pressure Cooker Turkey Breast with Marsala & Mushrooms
![Pressure Cooker Turkey Breast with Marsala & Mushrooms](/media/19/a7/777dca0b40d4c19446ea79cd1e3f376e5855.jpg/tsp/pressure-cooker-turkey-breast-with-marsala-and-mushrooms.jpg)
By jlwoodruff
Chicken Marsala is a great Italian dish served with vegetables
- 2 (1 1/4 pound) bonless, skinless turkey breast roasts
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper, plus more to taste
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 ounces white mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons shallots, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2/3 cup chicken stock
- 1/3 cup dry marsala
- 1 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoon heavy cream
Roasted Turkey Breast Tenderloins
![Roasted Turkey Breast Tenderloins](/media/turkey-tenderloins_crop.jpeg/tsp/roasted-turkey-breast-tenderloins.jpg)
By á-170995
Roasted turkey is definitely a comfort food, and the leftovers of this simple turkey breast tenderloin recipe are g...
- 2 (1-pound each) turkey breast tenderloins
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Citrus Garlic Turkey Breast
![Citrus Garlic Turkey Breast](/media/e4/b3/7c18d33d803c3add3501b7c253e8ab74fbe6.jpg/tsp/citrus-garlic-turkey-breast.jpg)
By hanley89
1. Combine all ingredients except turkey in bowl or extra large plastic food storage bag 2
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbs dried mint
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
- 1 turkey breast half bone in (about 3 1/4 lbs)
Lemon-Sage Roast Turkey Breast
![Lemon-Sage Roast Turkey Breast](/media/c7/c4/1a04d34710104ebc799cc40b2bbe476c3fe5.jpg/tsp/lemon-sage-roast-turkey-breast.jpg)
By smclane
Weight watcher friendly roasted turkey breasts are low in calories but big on flavor
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, divided (15 Points)
- 3 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped (0 Points)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (0 Points)
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, grated (0 Points)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (0 Points)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground (0 Points)
- 2 pounds uncooked boneless skinless turkey breast (use one 2-pound breast) (11 Points)
- 1 1/2 cups canned low-sodium chicken broth, divided (1 Points)
- 6 large garlic cloves, unpeeled (0 Points)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (0 Points)
Roast Turkey Breast
![Roast Turkey Breast](/media/e0/d1/916f98917cd200d5cc7a9b85aa9b78a3c07e.jpg/tsp/roast-turkey-breast.jpg)
By á-25010
Every day is a special occasion when you serve this roast turkey seasoned with lemon and Italian spices
- 1 whole turkey breast on the bone (about 6-1/2-pounds)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can chicken broth
Turkey Breast with Spinach-Feta Stuffing
![Turkey Breast with Spinach-Feta Stuffing](/media/81/c0/1b7b89c7bfd2c2db6ad376d0762b141d5a5e.jpg/tsp/turkey-breast-with-spinach-feta-stuffing.jpg)
By á-23579
A great meal for the holidays or anytime of the year! This Turkey Breast with Spinach-Feta Stuffing will have famil
- 4 tablespoons water, divided
- 1 (6 ounce) package pre-washed baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
- 1/4 cup shallots, finely chopped, divided
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 large egg white, lightly beaten
- 1 (1 3/4-pound) boneless turkey breast half
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 3/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Oregano sprigs (optional)
Turkey Breast Of Wonder (Crock Pot)
![Turkey Breast Of Wonder (Crock Pot)](/media/d2/c4/206b28da7cd923fe26f4b55e7ad1afa92019.jpg/tsp/turkey-breast-of-wonder-crock-pot.jpg)
By Pattywak
***NOTE: Make sure you buy a turkey breast small enough to fit in your crock pot
- 1 (5-6 pound) turkey breast
- 1/2 C orange juice
- 1 (14 ounce) can whole cranberry sauce
- 1 (1 ounce) package Lipton Onion Soup Mix
- salt and pepper
Convection Roasted Turkey Breast
![Convection Roasted Turkey Breast](/media/4b/55/60b70322167eb44c9ec87da136de21451bf9.jpg/tsp/convection-roasted-turkey-breast.jpg)
By Silvermama
Convection Roasted Turkey Breast is the perfect mixture of crisp on the outside, moist on the inside
- 4 to 6 pound fresh turkey breast or halved breast, bone in, skin on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup soft butter or margarine
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
Turkey Breast Roulade with Crimini, Porcini, and Pancetta
![Turkey Breast Roulade with Crimini, Porcini, and Pancetta](/media/6a/de/016b78d3085ac8327635e51083b0d089e6ee.jpg/tsp/turkey-breast-roulade-with-crimini-porcini-and-pancetta.jpg)
By tammy1365
Bring 1 cup water and dried mushrooms to boil in heavy small saucepan
- 1 cup water
- 3/4 ounce (about 3/4 cup) dried porcini mushrooms
- 4 ounces thinly sliced pancetta (Italian bacon), coarsely chopped
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 6 ounces fresh crimini mushrooms, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
- 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread
- 1 2 3/4-pound turkey breast half with skin, boned but skin left intact, double butterflied
- 2 cups (about) low-salt chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons (about) unsalted butter, room temperature, divided
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
Turkey Breast Stuffed with Italian Sausage & Marsala-Steeped Cranberries
![Turkey Breast Stuffed with Italian Sausage & Marsala-Steeped Cranberries](/media/ea/40/541e04115ca3e6fa6dd910902476c88420af.jpg/tsp/turkey-breast-stuffed-with-italian-sausage-and-marsala-steeped-cranberries.jpg)
By á-175897
This festive stuffed turkey is a beautiful and elaborate dish to serve as the centerpiece of your holiday feast!
- 2/3 cup dried cranberries
- 7 tablespoons Marsala wine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 echalion or banana shallots, peeled and finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 2 teaspoons fresh sage, chopped
- 2 1/4 pounds Italian sausages
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup Parmesan, grated
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 (11-pound) boneless turkey breast, butterflied, with skin left on
- 1/4 cup duck or goose fat
Grilled Turkey Breast with Caramelized Onion, Black Pepper & Vinegar
![Grilled Turkey Breast with Caramelized Onion, Black Pepper & Vinegar](/media/d8/ac/0f305653432f94242f33f300d2381ac22a97.jpg/tsp/grilled-turkey-breast-with-caramelized-onion-black-pepper-and-vinegar.jpg)
By lorik
Grill up your Thanksgiving turkey and season with caramelized onion, black pepper and vinegar to give it even more ...
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed and chilled
- 2 medium red onions, finely chopped
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 2 cups turkey or chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon cracked black peppercorns, plus freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 1⁄4 turkey breast, cut into 4" pieces and pounded into 1⁄6–thick medallions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
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