Herbed Turkey Breast

Description: Herbs tucked under the skin gives the turkey a wonderful flavor the lemon juice gives a subtle hint of citrus. Recipe comes from Taste of Home Light & Tasty

Ingredients:

• 1 bone-in turkey breast (8 to 12 pounds)
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 3/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Loosen skin from turkey with fingers, leaving skin attached along bottom edges.
3. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon oil, garlic and seasonings.
4. Spread under turkey skin.
5. Combine remaining lemon juice and oil; Set aside.
6. Place turkey on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
7. Bake, uncovered for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat thermometer reads 170°F.
8. Basting every 15 to 20 minutes with lemon mixture.
9. Let stand for 10 minutes.
10. Discard skin before carving.