Expertly prepared wild turkey recipe
Wild Turkey Breast Roulade
Wild Turkey Recipe
★4.2(182)
1Setup & Prepare
About This Recipe
Butterflied turkey breast is filled with cranberry-walnut stuffing, rolled tight, and wrapped in bacon for an elegant presentation. This restaurant-quality technique ensures even cooking while the stuffing adds moisture and flavor to the lean meat, creating stunning sliced presentation.
2Ingredients
Shopping List
16 ingredients total14 with images6 with substitutions
3Cooking Instructions
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Breast Preparation:
- Butterfly breast by cutting horizontally, leaving 1/2" connected
- Pound to even 3/4" thickness
- Season with salt and pepper
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Stuffing Assembly:
- Combine breadcrumbs, cranberries, walnuts, onion, sage
- Bind with beaten egg and stock
- Let mixture cool completely
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Rolling Technique:
- Spread stuffing evenly over butterflied breast
- Roll tightly from long side
- Wrap with bacon strips
- Tie with twine at 2" intervals
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Cooking Process:
- Sear all sides in hot oil until bacon browns
- Transfer to 375°F oven
- Roast 25-30 minutes until internal temp reaches 155°F
- Rest 10 minutes before slicing
Professional Tip: Use probe thermometer inserted through end of roulade for accurate temperature reading.
4Chef's Notes & Pairings
Wine Pairing
Chardonnay, white Burgundy, or light Pinot Noir
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6Reviews & Ratings
4.2
Based on 182 reviews
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