Wednesday, April 9, 2008

BBQ Turkey Roast


1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds Jennie-O Turkey Store Boneless, Skinless Turkey Breast Roast
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons barbecue sauce (7 grams carbs or less per 2 tablespoons)
1/4 cup water


Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly mist an 8" x 8" glass baking dish or nonstick baking pan with olive oil spray. In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Place the turkey on a cutting board. With a fork, pierce each side deeply about 25 times. Drizzle on the oil and rub to coat evenly on both sides. Sprinkle on the reserved seasoning mixture. Rub to coat evenly on both sides. With the smooth side of the breast down, drizzle on half of the barbecue sauce, rubbing to coat. Place the turkey, smooth side up, in the prepared pan. Rub the remaining barbecue sauce over the smooth side of the breast. Pour the water into the pan, taking care not to pour it over the turkey.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted in the thickest portion registers 160°F and the juices run clear.
Remove from the oven. Let stand for 10 minutes. Place the turkey on a clean cutting board. Carve, against the grain, into thin slices. Serve immediately.


Make 5 (4-ounce) servings
Per serving: 160 calories, 34 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates, 3 g fat (trace saturated), 54 mg cholesterol, trace fiber, 248 mg sodium


*Slice only the portion you are eating for one meal and refrigerate the remainder. Just before using, slice the turkey as thinly as possible for sandwiches or cube it for munching or to use in salads.

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