Apricot and mustard glazed turkey breast with shallot gravy

 

Turkey is a great option for a festive weeknight meal, ready in under an hour. 

This recipe has been adapted to include Health Canada’s food safety guidance.

By Nadine Day RD
236 cal Serves 4
Prep time 0h 5m
Cook time 0h 55m
Total time 1h 0m
Sliced turkey breast in an iron skillet, topped with fresh herbs

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Wash hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. Clean and dry all food preparation surfaces.
  2. Step 2

    Preheat oven to 350º F (180º C).
  3. Step 3

    Mix glaze ingredients in a small bowl.
  4. Step 4

    Place turkey breast in a baking dish and brush with the glaze. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165º F (75º C) on a digital food thermometer
  5. Step 5

    Meanwhile, rinse shallots, celery and the garlic clove under cool running water before preparing the ingredients.
  6. Step 6

    Heat oil in a medium sauce pan over medium heat. Add the shallots and celery and cook until soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Do not brown.
  7. Step 7

    Add the garlic, flour, sage and pepper, and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly whisk in stock and water. Whisk frequently to avoid lumps. Bring to a boil and reduce to medium. Cook until gravy has thickened, about 10 minutes.* Set aside until turkey is cooked.
  8. Step 8

    When the turkey is cooked, slice into 12 pieces and serve 3 per person. Top with a 1/3 cup (75 mL) gravy.
  9. Step 9

    Store any leftovers away in the fridge within two hours, or sooner if they are in a warm location. Enjoy within 3-4 days or freeze for up to 6 months.

Tips

  • If you like smooth gravy you can strain it at this point, however it is very tasty with the shallots and celery left in.

Nutritional information

Per serving (1 of 4)

Calories
236
Protein
33 g
Sodium
268 mg
Potassium
495 mg
Total fat
7 g
Saturated fat
2 g
Cholesterol
73 mg
Carbohydrates
10 g
Fibre
1 g

Recipe developed by Nadine Day. ©Heart and Stroke Foundation 2009.