**Golden Apricot Glazed Turkey Breast: A Thanksgiving Delicacy**
For a Thanksgiving feast that combines juicy, flavorful turkey with the vibrant sweetness of apricots, look no further than the Golden Apricot Glazed Turkey Breast. This delectable dish takes center stage with its tender, roasted turkey breast basted in a luscious glaze made from tangy apricots, aromatic spices, and a hint of honey. Alongside the main event, this article presents an array of complementary recipes to elevate your Thanksgiving spread: a savory stuffing bursting with herbs and vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes infused with roasted garlic, and a medley of roasted autumn vegetables that bring a symphony of colors and flavors to the table. With step-by-step instructions, handy tips, and inspiring images, these recipes will guide you in creating a memorable and delicious Thanksgiving meal that will leave your guests craving for more.
APRICOT-GLAZED TURKEY WITH ROASTED ONION AND SHALLOT GRAVY
Categories Ginger Herb Onion turkey Roast Thanksgiving Apricot Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 16
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- For Glaze:
- Combine all ingredients in heavy small saucepan and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until thickened and reduced to 1 1/4 cups, about 15 minutes.
- For Herb Butter:
- Blend all ingredients in small bowl. Set aside.
- For Onion Mixture:
- Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and shallots and sauté until very soft and light brown, about 20 minutes. (Glaze, herb butter and onion mixture can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill. Bring herb butter to room temperature before continuing.)
- For Turkey:
- Position rack in lowest third of oven and preheat to 400° F. Pat turkey dry with paper towels. Season turkey cavity with salt and pepper. Place turkey on rack set in large roasting pan. Slide hand under skin of turkey breast to loosen skin. Spread half of herb butter over breast under skin. If stuffing turkey, spoon stuffing into main cavity. Place remaining herb butter in small saucepan. Stir over low heat until melted. Brush butter over outside of turkey. Tie legs together loosely to hold shape of turkey. Roast turkey 30 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325° F. Roast turkey 1 hour 30 minutes, basting occasionally with pan drippings. Tent turkey with heavy-duty foil; roast 45 minutes longer. Add onion mixture, 1 can broth, thyme and sage to pan. Roast 15 minutes. Bring glaze to simmer. Brush 1/2 cup glaze over turkey. Continue to roast turkey uncovered until meat thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 180° F. or until juices run clear when thickest part of thigh is pierced with skewer, brushing occasionally with glaze and adding more broth to pan if liquid evaporates, about 40 minutes longer for unstuffed turkey (about 1 hour 10 minutes longer for stuffed turkey). Place turkey on platter, tent with foil. Let stand 30 minutes. Reserve mixture in pan for gravy.
- For Gravy:
- Pour contents of roasting pan into strainer set over large bowl. Spoon fat from pan juices in bowl. Transfer onion mixture in strainer to blender. Add 1 cup pan juices to blender and puree until smooth, adding more pan juices and chicken broth if necessary to thin sauce to desired consistency. Transfer sauce to heavy large saucepan and bring to boil. Cook until color deepens, skimming off any foam, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve turkey with gravy.
APRICOT GLAZED TURKEY BREAST
Basted with a simple glaze, this wonderfully moist and tender turkey bakes to a lovely golden brown. Make it the centerpiece of your holiday table; guest will be glad you did.
Provided by Jamallah Bergman
Categories Turkey
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Combine the preserves,vinegar,pepper and salt. Place turkey breast on a rack in a large shallow roasting pan.
- 2. Bake,uncovered, at 325 for 1-1 1/2 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 170, basting every 30 minutes with apricot mixture. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly). Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before slicing.
HERBED ROAST TURKEY BREAST
When learning how to cook turkey breast for my first formal dinner party as a newlywed, I came across this particular recipe. It was such a success that this turkey breast recipe has become a standby on all my entertaining menus. -Lisa Mahon Fluegeman, Cincinnati, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°.With fingers, carefully loosen the skin from both sides of turkey breast. Combine lemon juice and oil; brush under the skin. Combine the pepper, rosemary, thyme and garlic salt; rub over turkey., Place onion and celery in a 3-qt. baking dish. Top with turkey breast, skin side up. Pour wine into the dish. , Bake, uncovered, 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.) Cover and let stand 15 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Brining the Turkey Breast: Brining helps tenderize and flavor the turkey breast. Use a mixture of water, salt, sugar, and spices for the brine. Brine the turkey breast for at least 8 hours, or up to 24 hours.
- Choosing Ripe Apricots: Select ripe, firm apricots for the glaze. Avoid apricots that are bruised or have soft spots.
- Making the Apricot Glaze: Combine apricots, sugar, vinegar, and spices in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened.
- Glazing the Turkey Breast: Brush the turkey breast with the apricot glaze during the last 30 minutes of cooking. This will help create a golden brown crust and lock in the moisture.
- Cooking Temperature: Cook the turkey breast to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the turkey is cooked properly.
- Resting the Turkey Breast: Allow the turkey breast to rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird.
Conclusion:
The Golden Apricot Glazed Turkey Breast is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for any special occasion. The combination of sweet and savory flavors, along with the tender and juicy turkey, makes this dish a winner. Whether you are hosting a holiday dinner or simply looking for a special weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve the turkey breast with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, and gravy for a complete and satisfying meal.
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