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Orange-Rosemary Roasted Turkey Breast
1 fresh or frozen bone-in turkey breast (4-5 pounds)
1 small bunch flat parsley, finely chopped
1 small bunch fresh thyme, finely chopped
1 small bunch fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2 oranges
1 lemon
Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of paprika
If using frozen turkey, thaw it. Rinse and pat dry with
paper towels.
In a medium bowl, combine the parsley, thyme and
rosemary. Grate the peel from the oranges and lemon,
then set the oranges and lemon aside. Add the peels to
the herb mixture and toss until combined.
Rub the herb mixture over the skin of the turkey. Place
the turkey on a rack in a large roasting pan. Cut the
oranges and lemon in half and squeeze their juices over
the turkey. Sprinkle with the pepper and paprika. Insert
a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the breast.
Roast, uncovered, at 325 degrees F for 2 1/4 to 2 1/2
hours or until the thermometer registers 170 degrees to
175 degrees, basting frequently with the pan juices. (If
necessary, loosely cover the turkey with foil during
roasting to avoid overbrowning.) Let stand for at least
15 minutes before carving. Remove and discard the skin
before serving. Cover and refrigerate the remaining
turkey for another use. Serves 4.
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