Ingredients
Turkey is a source of high-quality protein and is delicious to enjoy any day of the week. For special occasions or when cooking for just a few, you don’t need to prepare a whole turkey. Stuffed Turkey Breast has all the flavours of the season and is perfect for small gatherings. Be sure to enjoy with a side of cranberry sauce.
- 4 tbsp (60 mL) oil, divided
- 1 shallot, diced
- 1 celery rib, diced
- 1 small apple, cored and diced
- 3 cups (750 mL) shredded kale, divided
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup (250 mL) fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) dried sage leaves
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) fresh parmesan cheese, divided
- 1 boneless, skinless turkey breast (about 600 g)
- 1 tsp (5 mL) each salt and pepper, divided
- 2 sweet potatoes (about 1 ½ lb/680 g), chopped
- 1 tsp (5 mL) dried thyme
Preparation
In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp (15 mL) oil over medium heat. Cook shallot, celery, apple, 1 cup (250 mL) of the kale and garlic for about 5 minutes or until softened. Stir in breadcrumbs, 3 tbsp (45 mL) of the parmesan and sage; remove from heat and set aside.
Slice turkey breast on one side but not cutting all the way through and open like a book. Cover with plastic wrap and using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound lightly to even out if necessary. Season all over with ½ tsp (2 mL) each of the salt and pepper. Place breadcrumb mixture all over turkey breast. Starting on one side, roll up turkey breast, jelly roll style. Tie roll with 2 to 3 pieces of kitchen string. Place on one side of parchment paper lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Toss sweet potatoes with remaining oil, thyme and remaining salt and pepper and place on other side of baking sheet. Roast in 425°F (220°C) oven for about 35 minutes or until thermometer reaches 165°F (74°C) when tested in centre of turkey and potatoes are golden and tender. Remove from oven and place turkey on cutting board. Toss potatoes with remaining kale and parmesan cheese on baking sheet and return to oven for 5 minutes to wilt kale.
Slice turkey into 1-inch (2.5 cm) slices and serve with potato/kale mixture.
Nutritional Information
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580
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20g
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4.5g
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90mg
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900mg
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10g
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1650mg
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56g
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17g
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23%DV
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220%DV
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108%DV
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0 µg
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475 µg
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300mg
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47g
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110mg
Osteoporosis Canada’s position on nutrition for healthy bones focuses on calcium, vitamin D, protein, magnesium and vitamin K while stressing a well-balanced diet which includes fiber and whole grains, vitamins and minerals and protein.
