Turkey Breast with Gravy

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Peel & quarter the shallots.

Step 2

Strip the thyme leaves.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine thyme & 2/3 of softened butter. Add a generous pinch of salt & pepper. Mix it all together.

Step 4

In a baking dish, add shallots. Pat the turkey breast dry with a paper towel & lay it on top of the shallots.

Step 5

Spread the herb butter all over the turkey skin & under the skin.

Step 6

Pour the broth into the bottom of the baking dish. Season the turkey with another pinch of salt. Roast in the oven at 375°F for 1.5 hours or until the turkey is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).

Step 7

Remove the baking dish from the oven & transfer the turkey breast to a plate. As the turkey rests for 10 min, transfer the roasted shallots to a small dish & the pan liquid to another bowl.

Step 8

Use a spoon to skim the fat from the top of the liquid & add it to a small saucepan over medium heat. Add in the remaining butter & allow it to melt. Then add in flour & whisk to combine until smooth.

Step 9

Slowly pour in the rest of the pan liquid & whisk. Season with salt & pepper.

Step 10

Slice the turkey against the grain. Serve with lots of warm gravy : - ) Enjoy!