Easter is a great excuse to get the family together, and what better way to celebrate than with a wonderful family meal.
Here's a few ideas to help you create a splendid Easter feast.
Turkey doesn't have to only be for Christmas as this recipe, from British Turkey, shows.
How to make it
Citrus Stuffed Turkey Joint from British Turkey. Serves 6. Preparation Time: 30 mins. Cooking Time: 1 hour 45 mins
Ingredients
50g butter
1 skinless boneless British turkey breast joint, approx 1.8kg
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 celery stick, chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1 red pepper, finely diced
150g dried apricots, finely chopped
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Handful each of chopped parsley and thyme
200g fresh breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper to taste
60ml stock
6 rashers streaky bacon
Method:
Preheat the oven to 230ºC/Gas mark 8.
Heat half the butter in a frying pan and cook the garlic, celery, onion and pepper until soft. Add the apricots, lemon zest and juice, herbs and breadcrumbs and season.
Gradually add enough stock to make the stuffing moist but not wet.
Lay the turkey breast out flat, skin side down. Spoon the stuffing down the middle then roll up and tie. Place the turkey breast upwards in a roasting tin, smear with the remaining butter and cover with the bacon.
Cover with foil and roast for 50 mins per kilo plus 30 mins extra, removing the foil for the last 30 mins. Check the juices run clear, remove from the oven, then leave to rest for 20 mins. Serve sliced with a selection of roasted vegetables.
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