Turkey Breast with Chestnut, Sage & Onion Stuffing

Preparation Time 20 minutes
Cooking Time 2 hours
Serves 8

Ingredients

2kg Turkey Breast
200g Chestnuts cooked
100g Fresh Mushrooms sliced
1 Onion finely chopped
2 cloves Garlic chopped
½ cup Breadcrumbs
Sage fresh, chopped
Parsley fresh, finely chopped
1 teaspoon Olive Oil extra virgin
Salt & Pepper

Steps

Step 1

Using a sharp knife cut an incision through the length of the breast.

Step 2

In a large glass bowl, mix all the other ingredients together.

Step 3

Stuff the turkey breast with this mixture and pour some olive oil over the meat.

Step 4

Wrap the joint in aluminium foil and bake in the over for a minimum of 1½ hrs.

Step 5

Remove the foil, baste and roast for a further 30 minutes.

Step 6

Ideally this should be cooked a day before to ensure better presentation when slicing.

Step 7

Serve with freshly steamed vegetables like carrots and broccoli.