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Cranberry Glazed Turkey Breast Recipe

Cranberry Glazed Turkey Breast Recipe
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This Cranberry Glazed Turkey Breast recipe offers a simple and delightful way to enjoy a festive Christmas dinner. The tender turkey breast is coated with a flavorful cranberry sauce, creating a perfect centerpiece for a small gathering.

Ingredients

Turkey:

  • 1 boneless skinless turkey breast (approx 2 lbs)
  • olive oil
  • 1/8 – 1/4 tsp ground sage
  • salt
  • fresh ground pepper

Cranberry Sauce:

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1 small sprig of fresh rosemary
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.

    Add the fresh cranberries, rosemary sprig, sugar, water, and orange juice to a saucepan over low heat.

  2. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries start to soften and the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.
  3. Turn up the heat to low-medium and continue to cook until the cranberries burst and the sauce is the consistency of jam. This takes about 10 minutes or so.
  4. Remove the rosemary sprig, and any stray leaves that came off during cooking.
  5. Mash the cranberry sauce until it is as smooth as possible (without large chunks of cranberry). Set aside.
  6. Prepare the Turkey Breast:

    Brush the turkey breast with olive oil. Season the turkey breast with the sage, salt, and pepper.

  7. Spread the cranberry sauce all over the turkey breast, making sure to cover it completely.
  8. Roast the turkey for approximately 40-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature measures 165 degrees.
  9. When the turkey is done, remove from heat and let rest under tin foil for about 5 minutes.
  10. Serving the Turkey:

    Cut the turkey into 3/4 inch slices, cut against the grain. Serve with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Notes

  • One (approximately 2 pounds) turkey breast will feed a family of 5 comfortably.

Nutrition

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