Craving a juicy, flavorful, and succulent turkey breast for your next special occasion or family gathering? Look no further than this tantalizing "Coca-Cola Basted Turkey Breast" recipe that promises to elevate your culinary skills and leave your taste buds in awe. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that combines the classic flavors of roasted turkey with the surprising sweetness and tangy notes of Coca-Cola, creating a dish that will steal the show at your dinner table.
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COCA-COLA BASTED TURKEY BREAST
Who knew that Coca-Cola could make the most wonderful turkey breast? Take a walk on the wild side and try this!
Provided by Marjie501
Categories Poultry
Time 2h3m
Yield 1 turkey breast
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Put the turkey breast in a roasting pan or dutch oven.
- Pour half the can of Coca-Cola over the turkey.
- Roast in 325 degree oven, basting often, add more coke if necessary.
- When the temperature of the turkey breast reaches 195 degrees on a meat thermometer, or when the turkey timer pops up, the turkey is done.
- Use the pan drippings to make wonderful gravy!
- This can also be made in a crock pot but the skin won't be as crispy.
OVEN-ROASTED TURKEY BREAST
Easy to make, great for dinner, leftovers and sandwiches. Adapted for our 2-person household from larger recipes for larger families with larger appetites.
Provided by takestu2tango
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Breasts
Time 1h50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix 1/4 cup butter, garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic and herb seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Place turkey breast with skin side up into a roasting pan. Loosen skin with your fingers; brush half the butter mixture over the turkey breast and underneath the skin. Reserve remaining butter mixture. Tent turkey breast loosely with aluminum foil.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour; baste turkey breast with remaining butter mixture. Return to oven and roast until the juices run clear and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast, not touching bone, reads 165 degrees F (65 degrees C), about 30 more minutes. Let turkey breast rest 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
- While turkey is resting, transfer pan drippings to a skillet. Skim off excess grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in skillet. Place skillet over low heat; cook and stir shallot in turkey grease until opaque, about 5 minutes. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet with shallot and whisk in white wine, scraping any browned bits of food from skillet. Whisk in chicken stock and flour until smooth. Bring to a simmer, whisking constantly, until thickened. For a creamier, lighter gravy, whisk in half-and-half.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 191.3 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 60.3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 313.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
COLA ROAST TURKEY
Want a delicious, tender, juicy and BEAUTIFUL turkey? Try what my Grandpa taught me when I was just a little girl. I've ALWAYS made my turkey this way and it always turns out great. And besides, you get LOTS of wide eyed looks! The idea behind the cola is that the acid in the soda helps to tenderize the bird, the sugar and caramel gives it just a hint of sweetness, and the coloring helps to give the bird a beautiful roasted color. Enjoy!!
Provided by Leslie Eickhoff-Davis
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Whole Turkey Recipes
Time 4h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Wash the turkey well, and pat dry with paper towels. Use your hands to slather the whole turkey, front and back, with butter. Make sure to butter the wing tips and leg ends. Place the turkey into a roasting pan, and pour the cola over the turkey. Sprinkle the whole turkey with salt and black pepper.
- Roast the turkey for 4 to 5 hours, checking for doneness after 4 hours. Baste the turkey every 30 minutes with the turkey drippings. If the breast skin browns too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone should read 180 degrees F (82 degrees C). Remove the turkey from the oven, cover with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil, and allow to rest in a warm area 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 993 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 378 mg, Fat 50.1 g, Protein 122.6 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 352.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
HERBED TURKEY BREAST
Like many of you, I always serve turkey for our family's Thanksgiving meal. But instead of roasting a whole bird, I opt for a turkey breast since most of us prefer white meat. The herb butter basting sauce keeps it so moist, and it's easy to carve. -Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. In a small saucepan, combine the first 8 ingredients; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat. Place turkey in a shallow roasting pan; drizzle with butter mixture. , Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 165°, 1-1/2 to 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 44g protein.
Tips:
- Choose a whole turkey breast that is about 6-8 pounds. A larger turkey breast may not cook evenly.
- Thaw the turkey breast completely before cooking. This will help it cook evenly.
- Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels before cooking. This will help the Coca-Cola baste adhere to the turkey.
- Use a sharp knife to score the skin of the turkey breast. This will help the Coca-Cola baste penetrate the meat.
- Generously baste the turkey breast with the Coca-Cola baste every 30 minutes during cooking.
- Cook the turkey breast until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the turkey breast rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Conclusion:
Coca-Cola basted turkey breast is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The Coca-Cola baste gives the turkey breast a sweet and tangy flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is also relatively inexpensive to make, making it a great option for budget-minded cooks.
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