You can transform plain turkey into a company dish with a refreshing blend of lemon and basil. The golden brown meat is super-moist and tender.-Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut carrots and celery into 2-in. lengths; cut onions into wedges. Place in a roasting pan; add broth and water., In a small bowl, combine the basil, lemon zest, garlic, salt and pepper. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from the turkey breast; rub mixture under the skin. Secure skin to underside of breast with toothpicks. Place turkey breast over carrot mixture. Place lemon slices over skin., Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting every 30 minutes. Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before slicing turkey. Serve with vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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