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Turkey with Roast Potatoes

Name: Turkey with Roast Potatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Turkey with Roast Potatoes
Ingredients: 800g turkey breast joint; 1000g roasting potatoes; 30ml vegetable oil; 1 tsp dried rosemary; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper

Turkey with Roast Potatoes is a classic meal that is perfect for a Sunday dinner or a special occasion. This dish combines succulent meat with crispy sides that everyone enjoys. You can prepare most of it in advance to save time when cooking. It is a simple way to feed the whole family with minimal effort.

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What is good about turkey with roast potatoes

Making Turkey with Roast Potatoes ensures a balanced and filling meal for your guests. Roasting everything together allows the flavours to blend well while the oven does most of the work. You get a great contrast between the soft meat and the crunchy texture of the potatoes. It is a reliable choice for anyone wanting a traditional British feast at home.

Follow these 4 steps for turkey with roast potatoes

Step 1

Prepare potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into medium chunks before placing them in a saucepan. Cover them with water and bring to a boil for about five minutes. Drain the water and shake the pan slightly to roughen the edges for extra crunch.

Step 2

Season everything: Place the turkey breast in the centre of a large roasting tin. Arrange the parboiled potatoes around the meat in a single layer. Drizzle the vegetable oil over everything and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and rosemary.

Step 3

Roast: Put the tin in a preheated oven at 200 degrees Celsius. Cook for about one hour or until the turkey is cooked through and the potatoes are golden brown. Turn the potatoes halfway through the cooking time to ensure they crisp up evenly on all sides.

Step 4

Rest and serve: Remove the roasting tin from the oven once the time is up. Transfer the turkey to a board and let it rest for ten minutes before slicing. Serve your Turkey with Roast Potatoes while everything is hot and crispy.

Tips to make turkey with roast potatoes even better

For the best Turkey with Roast Potatoes, make sure the oil is hot before you add the potatoes to the roasting tin. Shaking the potatoes after draining them creates small starchy bits that turn very crispy in the oven. Do not overcrowd the roasting tin as this will steam the food instead of roasting it. You can add a few cloves of garlic or some fresh thyme for extra aroma. If the meat browns too quickly, cover it loosely with foil for the remaining time. Letting the meat rest is essential for keeping it juicy and easy to carve.

Choose a floury potato variety like King Edward or Maris Piper for the best results when making Turkey with Roast Potatoes.

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Ingredients

servings

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800 g turkey breast joint
1000 g roasting potatoes
30 ml vegetable oil
1 tsp dried rosemary
1 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper

Cooking time

Kitchen tools

Peeling knife
Large saucepan
Large roasting tin
Carving knife

Nutrition information

NUTRITIONper serving

Energy:2176 kJ / 520 kcal
Fat:14 g
- of which saturates:2 g
Carbohydrates:43 g
- of which sugars:2 g
Protein:54 g
Fibre:4 g
Salt:1.5 g

This recipe takes around one hour in the oven once the preparation is finished. Total time including peeling and parboiling the potatoes is eighty minutes. You should always check that the meat is fully cooked before serving Turkey with Roast Potatoes.

Can I make Turkey with Roast Potatoes ahead of time?

You can peel and parboil the potatoes several hours before you plan to start roasting. Keep them in cold water or a covered bowl until you are ready to put them in the oven. Turkey with Roast Potatoes is best served fresh but you can reheat leftovers the next day.

How do I get the crunchiest potatoes with my turkey?

Ensure the potatoes are dry after parboiling and shake them in the pan to create rough edges. Use enough oil and a high oven temperature to create a golden crust. This technique works perfectly when making Turkey with Roast Potatoes in a single roasting tin.