Harvest Turkey Platter (Print Version)

Autumn-inspired turkey with roasted root vegetables and a tangy cranberry-orange sauce, perfect for seasonal gatherings.

# Components:

→ Turkey

01 - 2.6 lbs boneless turkey breast, skin-on
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp salt
04 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
05 - 1 tsp dried thyme
06 - 1 tsp dried sage
07 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

→ Roasted Autumn Vegetables

08 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
09 - 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into sticks
10 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
11 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
12 - 2 tbsp olive oil
13 - 1/2 tsp salt
14 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
15 - 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
16 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme

→ Cranberry-Orange Sauce

17 - 7 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
18 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
19 - 1/2 cup orange juice
20 - Zest of 1 orange
21 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two large baking trays with parchment paper.
02 - Pat turkey breast dry and rub with olive oil, salt, black pepper, thyme, sage, and smoked paprika. Place on a roasting rack inside a baking dish.
03 - Arrange carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, and red onion on one prepared tray. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, black pepper, rosemary, and thyme. Toss to coat evenly.
04 - Place turkey on the center oven rack and roast for 50 to 60 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - After 30 minutes of turkey roasting, place the tray of vegetables in the oven. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, stirring once halfway, until golden and tender.
06 - While turkey and vegetables roast, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and salt in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally for 10 to 12 minutes, until cranberries burst and sauce thickens. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
07 - Once turkey is cooked, cover loosely with foil and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
08 - Slice turkey and arrange on a large platter alongside roasted vegetables. Serve cranberry-orange sauce on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Tender roast turkey breast
  • Savory cranberry-orange sauce
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a few cloves of garlic to the roasting vegetables
  • Substitute turkey breast with chicken breast if desired
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches the right temperature
  • Let the turkey rest before slicing to keep it juicy
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