Honey Glazed Turkey Breast Recipe
Sliced Turkey Breast with a Maple and Herb Glaze, Accompanied by Cranberry-Apple Compote and Turkey Gravy
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Ingredients
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Turkey Breast
Cranberry-Apple Compote
Turkey Gravy
Method
Prepare Turkey Breast
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Prepare Turkey
In a small bowl, mix together honey, Dijon mustard, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create a glaze.
- 3
- 4
Roast Turkey
Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, basting with the reserved glaze every 20 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 5
Rest Turkey
Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Make Cranberry-Apple Compote
- 6
- 7
Cook Compote
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the cranberries burst and the apples are tender.
- 8
Cool Compote
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Discard the cinnamon stick before serving.
Prepare Turkey Gravy
- 9
Make Gravy
In a saucepan, combine turkey drippings or broth with flour, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until blended.
- 10
Thicken Gravy
Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- 11
Serve Gravy
Once thickened, remove from heat and keep warm until ready to serve.
