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Parmesan and Sage Roasted Turkey Breast

[heart_this] · Oct 11, 2009 · 45 Comments

Parmesan and Sage Roasted Turkey Breast

A roast turkey breast seasoned with parmesan and sage.

This weekend is Thanksgiving weekend here in Canada and I would like to take the opportunity to wish everyone that is celebrating a Happy Thanksgiving!!
It had been a long time since I last had roast turkey dinner so there was no doubt at all that that would be on the menu this Thanksgiving. The only question was; What kind of roast turkey? I was all set to do a simple herbed roast turkey when I came across this recipe for a parmesan and sage roasted turkey on myrecipes that sounded really good. Of course sage would go great with the turkey but I was interested to see how the parmigiano reggiano would work on a roasted turkey. One of the things that I liked about this recipe is the attention that is paid to the gravy from the start including adding vegetables to the roasting pan simply to flavour the turkey drippings for the gravy.
Since I am not cooking for a large family I prefer to go with a single large turkey breast rather than doing a full turkey. (I have to admit that my favorite part of the roast turkey dinner is the leftover turkey sandwiches and the breast is what is required for those sandwiches.) Given the number of steps in this recipe, it took a bit longer to make than a more simple roast turkey but it was definitely worth it. The parmesan and sage roast turkey was nice and moist and tender and full of flavour. For the most part the parmigiano reggiano melted and disappeared into the sauce to add flavour to it but before it left it imparted the turkey with its flavour which worked well with the sage. The gravy was every bit as tasty as it prommised to be and I had a hard time trying to decided what to smother the turkey in; the gravy or the cranberry sauce or just to have it plain. I guess that’s what seconds and thirds are for.

Parmesan and Sage Roasted Turkey Breast

Parmesan and Sage Roasted Turkey Breast

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 50 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Servings: 6

A roast turkey breast seasoned with parmesan and sage.

ingredients
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup carrot, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/4 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated
  • 2 tablespoons sage, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic, chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (6 pound) turkey breast, rinsed and pat dry
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup shallots, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sherry
  • 1 tablespoon sage, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • salt and pepper to taste
directions
  1. Place the onion, celery, carrots and garlic in the bottom of the roasting pan.
  2. Mix the parmigiano reggiano, sage, butter, garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Rub the parmigiano reggiano mixture under the skin of the turkey and place the turkey in the roast pan breast side up.
  4. Sprinkle the turkey with lemon juice and toss the lemon halves into the pan as well.
  5. Roast in a 325F/170C oven until the middle of the turkey gets to 160F, about 1.5-2 hours.
  6. Remove from oven, cover and let sit for 10 minutes.
  7. Melt the butter in a pan.
  8. Add the shallots and saute for 1 minute.
  9. Add the sherry and sage and simmer to reduce by half, about 5-10 minutes.
  10. Pour the drippings into a plastic bag straining the solids and discards them.
  11. Cut a small hole in the bottom of the bag and pour the drippings until the layer of fat is about to come out and discard the fat.
  12. Add chicken stock to the drippings.
  13. Add the drippings to the shallots and sherry.
  14. Mix the flour into the water and add it to the gravy along with some salt and pepper and simmer to until it thickens, about 2 minutes.
Use in:
Grilled Turkey and Brie Sandwich with Cranberry Chutney

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Comments

  1. Ciao Chow Linda says

    October 11, 2009 at 11:55 pm

    Happy Thanksgiving Kevin. That sure sounds like one savory tasting turkey breast. Love the parmesan and sage leaves idea.

    Reply
  2. Courtney says

    October 11, 2009 at 11:56 pm

    Happy Thanksgiving!!

    My mouth is watering right now! Can I send you my address for the leftovers please!!

    Reply
  3. Pam says

    October 11, 2009 at 11:58 pm

    I know what I'll be making for Thanksgiving this year – it looks and sounds wonderful Kevin.

    Reply
  4. VeggieGirl says

    October 12, 2009 at 12:29 am

    Wishing you a very happy Thanksgiving!!

    Reply
  5. Helene says

    October 12, 2009 at 12:53 am

    Looks yummy.

    Happy Thanksgiving Kevin!

    Reply
  6. Natalie says

    October 12, 2009 at 12:54 am

    This looks like such a pleasant dinner and makes me look forward to our Thanksgiving.

    But on another note, you MUST post that cranberry sauce recipe. It looks heavenly.

    Reply
  7. screwdestiny says

    October 12, 2009 at 1:17 am

    Happy Thanksgiving! I'm in the States and now you've got me craving all that Thanksgiving food.

    Reply
  8. Kalyn says

    October 12, 2009 at 1:24 am

    Happy Thanksgiving! It sounds wonderful, and I'm also a fan of cooking just the turkey breast. It's the sandwich meat, you're right!

    Reply
  9. Jenn says

    October 12, 2009 at 1:29 am

    Happy Thanksgiving, Kevin. I can't wait for turkey day here in the States!!!!!

    Reply
  10. Memória says

    October 12, 2009 at 2:09 am

    Happy Thanksgiving! This turkey looks perfect. Enjoy!

    Reply
  11. Julie says

    October 12, 2009 at 2:17 am

    Your recipe sounds great…I always find turkey a bit dry and tasteless, but I'll bet this really adds a lot of flavor.
    Hope your holiday was wonderful.

    Reply
  12. giz says

    October 12, 2009 at 3:21 am

    Happy Thanksgiving Kevin I like the idea of an alternative to a whole bird. After a day or two of leftovers nobody even wants it anymore. This is a interesting way of doing the breast and I'm very curious about the parmesan addition.

    Reply
  13. Nina Timm says

    October 12, 2009 at 3:25 am

    Happy Thanksgiving to you too, Kevin. I can hardly believe that a whole year has gone past since last Thanksgiving. Wonderful flavors you have used with your turkey this year!!

    Reply
  14. Rosa's Yummy Yums says

    October 12, 2009 at 3:43 am

    That sounds fantastic! What a great blend of flavors!

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply
  15. Elra says

    October 12, 2009 at 4:08 am

    Happy thanksgiving Kevin! Your turkey sounds delicious!

    Reply
  16. Anncoo says

    October 12, 2009 at 5:50 am

    WOW! This looks fabulous!

    Reply
  17. high over happy says

    October 12, 2009 at 6:45 am

    Happy Thanksgiving! Thank you for the many fun moments I've had reading your posts 🙂

    Reply
  18. Laila says

    October 12, 2009 at 8:03 am

    Looks really delicious …
    Laila .. http://lailablogs.com/

    Reply
  19. Joanne says

    October 12, 2009 at 10:19 am

    Ah yes, seconds and thirds – the hallmark of a good Thanksgiving meal. Happy Thanksgiving. No better way to celebrate than with delicious food such as this.

    Reply
  20. ♥peachkins♥ says

    October 12, 2009 at 11:08 am

    Happy Thanksgiving,Kevin!

    Reply
  21. Amanda says

    October 12, 2009 at 11:10 am

    Happy Thanksgiving Kevin 🙂 I'm so looking forward to turkey here in the states. We get ours fresh from the farmer. Last year we had a 28 pounder!

    Reply
  22. Jamie says

    October 12, 2009 at 12:25 pm

    Happy Thanksgiving, Kevine. This turkey and stuffing sounds so delicious! It does really sound like the extra work that goes into it is definitely worth it. Looks scrumptious.

    Reply
  23. Tracy @ Sugarcrafter says

    October 12, 2009 at 1:30 pm

    Hope you had a great Thanksgiving! This turkey looks amazing…now I am craving Thanksgiving food!

    Reply
  24. Anonymous says

    October 12, 2009 at 3:28 pm

    Happy Thanksgiving! My favorite holiday. The turkey looks fantastic– really want your recipe for the cranberry chutney too!

    Reply
  25. George Gaston says

    October 12, 2009 at 3:49 pm

    Kevin… Happy Thanksgiving! We are all blessed to be the recipients of your creative talents.

    There is nothing I like more than turkey and this recipe is definitely a winner. The flavor of sage and the addition of Parmesan cheese are brilliant!

    Reply
  26. Becky says

    October 12, 2009 at 4:31 pm

    That is totally making me look forward to Thanksgiving in the U.S. Gorgeous!

    Reply
  27. Bellini Valli says

    October 12, 2009 at 5:19 pm

    Have a fantastic Thanksgiving weekend Kevin!!!Tirkey definitely needs tobe on the menu.

    Reply
  28. alicia says

    October 12, 2009 at 5:30 pm

    Happy Thanksgiving! Love thanksgiving dinner, especailly next day leftovers!

    Reply
  29. Homecooked says

    October 12, 2009 at 6:54 pm

    Happy Thanksgiving to you! This looks really delicious.

    Reply
  30. Ivy says

    October 12, 2009 at 6:57 pm

    Happy belated Thanksgiving wishes Kevin. Love the flavours in your turkey.

    Reply
  31. Katrina says

    October 12, 2009 at 7:11 pm

    Happy Thanksgiving to Canada and you! All your food always makes me really look forward to ours coming up!

    Reply
  32. Chris says

    October 12, 2009 at 7:31 pm

    Nice sounding bird, Kevin. I am guessing this was a bone in breast, is that correct? Also, nice tip on using the bag to separate the fat.

    Reply
  33. The Duo Dishes says

    October 12, 2009 at 7:36 pm

    Thanksgiving so soon? 🙂 Yay for turkey and sage. Great combination.

    Reply
  34. Pam says

    October 12, 2009 at 8:39 pm

    I hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving!!

    Reply
  35. Kerstin says

    October 12, 2009 at 8:54 pm

    Happy Thanksgiving! This looks like the perfect turkey! We alwayws make a turkey breast too.

    Reply
  36. Dawn says

    October 12, 2009 at 9:43 pm

    Happy Thanksgiving to you Kevin.

    Reply
  37. Aggie says

    October 13, 2009 at 12:27 am

    Happy Thanksgiving! That Parmesan and Sage sound amazing! I am tempted to try it for our Thanksgiving!!

    Reply
  38. Jennifer says

    October 13, 2009 at 1:01 am

    HAPPY Thanksgiving!!! This turkey sounds amazing! Im saving to try!

    Reply
  39. Kevin says

    October 13, 2009 at 10:53 am

    Chris: Yes I prefer to get the bone on, skin on turkey breast.

    Reply
  40. Cathy A. says

    October 15, 2009 at 12:25 am

    After reading this, I had to go right out and get everything I needed to make it. My sons were coming for dinner and I was sure they would like it. Well, I made it last night, and I have to say, it was absolutely delicious!!! The meat was moist and full of flavor. I was afraid that the Parmesan might be a little overpowering but it wasn't. The combination of the cheese and sage was perfect. Thank you so much for this recipe, Kevin.It's my new go-to turkey recipe.

    Reply
  41. Alifah says

    November 12, 2009 at 1:15 am

    Hi Kevin! This turkey looks perfect, I am going to try it this week! I was wondering, did you use fresh or dried sage?

    Reply
  42. Kevin says

    November 12, 2009 at 11:26 pm

    Alifah: I used fresh sage.

    Reply
  43. Alifah says

    November 14, 2009 at 7:37 pm

    This was my first time making turkey and it was a success! I used two 8lb turkey breasts and doubled the recipe, added a bit more more sage and butter. During the last half hour of cooking or so I took the foil off to let the skin brown a bit more. The turkey turned out incredibly moist and beautiful on the outside and everyone LOVED the gravy, it was gone in 20 minutes! Thank you for sharing the recipe, this one is a keeper!

    Reply
  44. Andy Tan says

    November 23, 2009 at 7:45 am

    Happy Thanksgiving! Love this. I'm trying this as soon as possible. Oh, and I loved it soo much I featured it in my blog. I linked you in. great job!

    andyquirks.blogspot.com

    Reply
  45. susin says

    November 26, 2009 at 11:01 pm

    I made this for Thanksgiving Dinner – a huge hit with the family! Thanks, Kevin!!

    Reply

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