This is an elegant and delicious main course that is good for a special occasion. It was developed by Christian Sieck, Chef de Cuisine, Enotria Café and Wine Bar, Sacramento, California and published on the National Turkey Federation website. The cinnamon sticks add unexpected flavor to the turkey medallions.
Provided by Kaye Bailey
Categories Poultry
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Blend all marinade ingredients (paprika, apple cider, applejack, cinnamon, shallots, garlic and salt and pepper) together in a shallow glass container. Reserve 1 cup marinade to use with sauce. Cover and refrigerate reserved marinade.
- Cut tenderloin, across the grain, into 12 2-ounce medallions. Flatten slightly.
- Wrap each slice of bacon around a medallion. Secure with wooden toothpick.
- Place wrapped medallions in marinade, cover and refrigerate for about 4 hours.
- Spray grill rack with nonstick vegetable spray. Prepare grill for direct cooking method.
- Remove turkey medallions from marinade and discard marinade.
- Place medallions on preheated grill rack, about 4 inches from the high heat. Grill about 4 to 5 minutes, brush with marinade and turn once. Continue to grill another 4 to 5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 170 degrees F.
- Mix butter with reserved 1 cup marinade.
- Over medium heat, cook to reduce to desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Portion two medallions on each warmed dinner plate. Ladle bourbon sauce across top of medallions.
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Mahdi Hamza
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook turkey, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Hi Alk
[email protected]This is the perfect recipe for a holiday meal. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Ms moni Moni
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses turkey bacon. It's a healthier alternative to regular bacon, and it still tastes great.
Hassan mobarok
[email protected]This dish is a little too rich for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Wakhi World
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my turkey medallions were tough and chewy. I think I might have overcooked them.
Md Rausul
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the clean-up is a breeze.
Awais Khi
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out a little dry. I think I'll try brining the turkey next time.
Baylee Davidson
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of turkey, but this dish changed my mind. It's so flavorful and juicy, I could eat it every day.
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[email protected]The maple glaze is what really makes this dish. It's sweet and tangy, and it perfectly complements the turkey and bacon.
Cherinef Man
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and flavorful, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Sasikant Gupta
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook turkey, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.
Gabriel James
[email protected]I made this for my family last night and they loved it! The turkey was moist and tender, and the bacon and maple glaze were the perfect finishing touch.
Shaun M. Van Horn
[email protected]This is one of the most succulent and flavorful turkey dishes I've ever tried. The bacon perfectly complements the turkey, and the maple glaze adds a touch of sweetness that makes this dish a real winner.