CRANBERRY APPLE ROASTED TURKEY BREAST

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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     main-dish

Time 6h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/2 cups apple cider
2 tablespoons pickling spice blend
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Zest of 1 orange, cut off into wide strips
Ice, for chilling
One 4-pound skin-on bone-in turkey breast, rinsed and trimmed of excess fat
Olive oil, for brushing turkey
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups cranberry juice
1/2 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup light brown sugar
Cranberry Apple Glaze, recipe follows
2 cups apple cider
2 cups cranberries
1 cup cranberry juice
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the apple cider, cranberry juice, salt, sugar, pickling spice, red pepper flakes and orange zest in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and cook until the salt and sugar have dissolved and the spices are fragrant, 35 to 40 minutes. Stir in 8 cups ice-cold water.
  • Place the turkey beast skin-side down into a large bowl and pour the brine over the top. Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours (1 hour per pound).
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Remove the turkey from the brine, pat dry and place skin-side up on a roasting pan with a rack. Rub the turkey with olive oil and sprinkle with black pepper. Roast until the breast reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F, 1 hour 40 minutes, brushing with Cranberry Apple Glaze every 15 minutes (using about half of the glaze total).
  • Let the turkey rest for 10 minutes before serving with the remaining Cranberry Apple Glaze.
  • Combine the apple cider, cranberries, cranberry juice, maple syrup and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and then reduce to a simmer until the liquid has been reduced by 2 cups and the cranberries have burst, 18 to 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and then transfer to a blender and puree until smooth. Yield: 1 1/2 cups.

Saudatu Bangura
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make turkey breast.


MD JIBON HASAN
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This is the perfect recipe for a special occasion. The turkey was cooked to perfection and the sauce was delicious.


Shebaz Jan
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing.


Lois Ofori
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This recipe is a must-try. The turkey was juicy and tender, and the sauce was tangy and sweet.


wolfy_ from_hell
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I highly recommend this recipe. The turkey was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Tyrone York
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This was the best turkey breast I've ever had. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.


theo sipho
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This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Kola
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the turkey and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Ronald Boileau
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This was my first time making turkey breast and it turned out perfect! The recipe was easy to follow and the turkey was cooked to perfection. The cranberry-apple sauce was also a hit.


Diana Bello-Santos
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The turkey is moist and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. It's a great dish for a special occasion.


Si Sofiqul
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The turkey breast is juicy and tender, and the cranberry-apple sauce is tangy and sweet. I highly recommend this recipe.


AsHok SHarma
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I made this recipe for Christmas dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the turkey and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again next year.


Dm Sojib
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The turkey breast was moist and flavorful, and the cranberry-apple sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.