split turkey breast
somehow got roped into cooking - assumed breast would be easier. any guidance at all? bone side down?
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somehow got roped into cooking - assumed breast would be easier. any guidance at all? bone side down?
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My guess is about an hour, maybe a little longer. To be safe, always go by temperature. If you want both breasts to come out at the same time, give the larger one a little head start. And keep your eye on them, cover with foil if they brown too much.
Actually there's not much difference between a breast and a whole turkey except the amount of cooking time. And, as with a whole bird, you can do it simply or as fancy as you please.
For a simple roast, it's best to get it up off the pan so air can get underneath and so it won't stew. Use a rack if you have one or make some risers out of crumpled aluminum foil. Spread some neutral oil or clarified butter over the skin, throw on a little salt and roast bone side down. Pull it at 160F and let it rest for 15 or 20 minutes before carving.