Juicy Turkey Breast 101 | Say Good Bye to DRY Turkey | How to Roast a Turkey Breast

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is lower in calories, while honey is often less expensive.

fresh sage

🥗Healthier: dried sage

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried herbs are often more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is a budget-friendly option.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water with seasoning is a cost-effective alternative.

Place the frozen turkey breast on a raised rack.

Drizzle the turkey breast with vegetable oil and season with salt and black pepper; rub it in.

Insert a meat probe into the thickest part of the turkey breast.

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).

Place the turkey breast in the preheated oven until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Make a simple herb butter using melted butter and sage to baste the turkey.

After the first 30 minutes, start basting the turkey breast with the herb butter every 10 minutes until done.

Once the turkey breast reaches 160°F, loosely tent it with foil and let it rest for about 20 minutes before slicing.

Slice the turkey breast down to the bone and pick off the meat you want; freeze the bone for soup or stock.

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