How long to roast turkey breast?

popokh
  • Posted by: popokh
  • November 24, 2011
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AntoniaJames November 24, 2011
I don't see the times just for roast turkey breast on that site . . . I roasted one a few years ago, and my starting rule of thumb was ten minutes per pound. I say "starting rule" because on Thanksgiving, the oven tends to get opened more frequently, causing immediate heat loss, so it ended up being more like 12 minutes per pound. Check the internal temperature though, before taking out. USDA recommends 165 degrees, and to roast at no less than 325 degrees. Also, I suggest tenting the breast with foil after about 45 minutes, to help keep it from drying out. Have fun!! ;o)
 
Kristy M. November 24, 2011
Here's the usda's "Let's Talk Turkey" site. It has timetables for roasting turkey, including the breast.
 
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