Hazelnut & Lemon-Crusted Turkey Breast |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This recipe is proof that simple recipes can still be special. Placing the turkey breast over lemon slices before roasting results in a tasty, tender main course.Lorraine Caland, Thunder Bay, Ontario Ingredients:
1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted |
1/4 cup olive oil |
3 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed |
3 tablespoons lemon juice |
2 tablespoons butter, softened |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1 boneless skinless turkey breast half (2 pounds) |
1 medium lemon, thinly sliced |
Directions:
1. Place the first nine ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. Rub mixture over turkey.
2. Arrange lemon slices in a foil-lined 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan; top with turkey.
3. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Yield: 6 servings.
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