CRANBERRY STUFFED TURKEY BREAST

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Feel free to make your own stuffing, if you'd rather not use a mix. Adapted from a recipe by Esther Nelson at allrecipes.com.

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) package herb seasoned stuffing mix
2 skinless boneless turkey breasts
1 1/2 cups dried sweetened cranberries
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup turkey stock or 1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon flour

Steps:

  • Prepare stuffing according to package directions. (Optional: add sauteed onions and celery to the stuffing.) Set aside.
  • Butterfly the turkey breasts open, until they lay flat. Place each opened breast between two sheets of waxed paper or heavy plastic, then pound flat with a kitchen mallet; they should be about 1/4" thick.
  • Spread half the stuffing on each breast, to within 1/4" of the edge. Reserve 1/4 c of dried cranberries, and divide the rest between the two breasts. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the stuffing as well. Starting at one narrower end, roll the breast tightly. Tie with kitchen twine in three or four places, then one long one the length of the roll.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet until it shimmers. Brown the rolls on all sides, then transfer to a roasting pan. Add the stock to the bottom of the pan, then dot the top of the rolls with the butter 1 tbsp on each.
  • Roast in a preheated 350°F oven for 1 hour, or until juices run clear when nicked with the tip of a knife. Let rest, tented with foil, 15 minutes. Remove strings, then slice 1/2 to 3/4" thick.
  • Meanwhile, strain the pan juices through a sieve. Melt the remaining 1 tbsp butter in a small saucepan. Add the flour and cook 1 minute until the raw cereal taste is gone. Add the pan juices and whisk constantly until thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Serve sliced roulades with gravy and sprinkled with remaining dried cranberries and the pecan halves.

Tim Richert
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Abidahbibi Khan
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I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but this recipe was still really good. The turkey was cooked perfectly, and the stuffing was moist and flavorful.


sach ki duniya
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This recipe was disappointing. The turkey was bland, and the stuffing was too dry.


Ana Casey
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I would definitely make this recipe again.


Marie Preston
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion.


Mashallah Anwar
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. It was so moist and flavorful!


Chioma Josiah
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The turkey was a bit dry, but the stuffing was delicious.


Silao Filipo
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This recipe is a keeper! It's definitely going into my holiday rotation.


Isabella Garfias
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The cranberry stuffing was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the turkey was cooked perfectly.


Jose Guel
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This is a great recipe for a holiday meal. It's easy to make, and it always turns out delicious.


Toeless Toe
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The cranberry stuffing is the perfect complement to the turkey, and it makes the dish so festive.


Juliana Owusu
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This cranberry stuffed turkey breast recipe was fantastic! The flavors were incredible, and the turkey was so moist and tender. My family loved it!