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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 180 Minutes |
Ready In: 200 Minutes Servings: 14 |
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Herbs tucked under the skin gives the turkey a wonderful flavor the lemon juice gives a subtle hint of citrus. Ingredients:
1 bone-in turkey breast (8 to 12 pounds) |
3 tablespoons lemon juice, divided |
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1 1/4 teaspoons salt |
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind |
1 teaspoon dried thyme |
3/4 teaspoon pepper |
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Loosen skin from turkey with fingers, leaving skin attached along bottom edges.
3. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon oil, garlic and seasonings.
4. Spread under turkey skin.
5. Combine remaining lemon juice and oil; Set aside.
6. Place turkey on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
7. Bake, uncovered for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat thermometer reads 170°F.
8. Basting every 15 to 20 minutes with lemon mixture.
9. Let stand for 10 minutes.
10. Discard skin before carving.
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