Herb Roasted Turkey Breast

Adapted from The Busy Baker

 

 

Ingredients:

 

2 lb turkey breast, boneless and skinless

¼ c butter, softened

3 garlic cloves, minced or pressed

1 t rosemary, chopped, fresh or dried

1 t thyme, chopped, fresh or dried, or:

1 t dried Italian or French herb mixture

½ t herbamare salt, or plain salt

¼ t ground pepper

 

 

Method:

 

Preheat oven to 325°F.  Grease a baking dish just large enough to fit the turkey, place in the turkey and pat dry.

 

In a small bowl, mix together the butter, garlic, herbs and seasoning.

 

Spread compound butter atop the turkey.  Place in the oven and roast until a meat thermometer reaches 150°F in the thickest part of the breast.  This should take between 60 and 90 minutes.

 

Baste by spooning the melted butter over the breast 3 or 4 times while roasting.

 

Rest for 15 minutes, then serve with Cranberry Sauce, Kale and Brussels Sprouts Salad and roasted sweet potatoes, carrots, or squash.