Description
Ina Garten’s herb-roasted turkey breast brings Mediterranean flavors to your holiday table with elegant simplicity. Rosemary, thyme, and garlic infuse tender meat, creating a mouthwatering centerpiece you will savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 whole bone-in turkey breast (approximately 3 to 3.2 kilograms / 6.6 to 7.0 pounds)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage leaves
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
- 2 teaspoons dry mustard
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Liquid and Oil:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters / 2 fluid ounces) good olive oil
- ¾ cup (180 milliliters / 6 fluid ounces) dry white wine
Instructions
- Prepare the herb-infused seasoning by blending extra virgin olive oil, freshly minced garlic, zesty lemon juice, robust dry mustard, finely chopped rosemary, sage, and thyme in a mixing bowl. Incorporate kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to create a fragrant aromatic paste.
- Position the turkey breast on a sturdy roasting rack, ensuring the skin faces upward. Gently loosen the skin and apply half of the herbal mixture directly onto the meat, then generously massage the remaining seasoning across the exterior surface.
- Heat the oven to 160°C (325°F), creating an ideal roasting environment. Pour dry white wine into the bottom of the roasting pan, which will help maintain moisture and develop rich pan juices.
- Carefully slide the seasoned turkey into the preheated oven, allowing it to roast for approximately 1½ to 1¾ hours. Monitor the browning process; if the skin darkens too quickly, drape a loose aluminum foil tent over the breast to prevent burning.
- Verify doneness by inserting an instant-read meat thermometer into the thickest portion of the breast. The internal temperature should reach 74°C (165°F), indicating the turkey is perfectly cooked.
- Remove the turkey from the oven and allow it to rest, covered with foil, for 15 minutes. This resting period enables the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and tender result.
- Carve the turkey into elegant slices and serve immediately, accompanied by the flavorful pan juices for an enhanced dining experience.
Notes
- Keep the turkey moist by basting every 30 minutes with pan drippings or melted butter during roasting.
- Elevate flavor by stuffing herb sprigs and citrus slices inside the turkey cavity for subtle, fragrant infusion.
- Choose a high-quality turkey from a local farm or butcher for better texture and more robust taste.
- Prepare the herb butter mixture the night before to allow flavors to intensify and blend thoroughly.
- Pat the turkey skin completely dry before seasoning to ensure crispy, golden-brown exterior during roasting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg